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#422595 - 08/05/08 07:48 PM
Which GOG diamond do y'all like better?
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AdaBeta27
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Registered: 08/29/06
Posts: 1015
Loc: Dreary Station, NW PA
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Which of these diamonds do you like better? I can't make up my mind whether to upgrade. Truthfully, I'm leaning toward not, but I kind like this:
http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/4518/
vs. http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/1792 which I already own and it's paid for.
To see the b-csope, go to http://www.gemexlive.com and enter Diamond ID of: br119gsi214811671
upgrade pros:
-- I already have a platinum fishtail mouting for 7.5mm, and I could pay in full then reimburse myself by selling one or more of my other smaller diamonds. (Like the M VVS, the H I1, or the OEC G VS platinum 3-stone).
-- G color and 3 very highs, plus great HCA.
(Not many pros, eh?  )
Cons:
-- Costs more money and the economy is squirrly.
-- Hafta sell something (one or more somethings, lol).
-- In this town, I have no place to wear any of these diaomonds except around the house b/c there literally is no social life here for any educated childless woman past age 25.
-- I think the smaller diamond can't be beat on light performance and broad flashes. The 7.5mm has a little calmer character.
-- I have a big gorgeous J diamond that's 8mm, and I never wear it. If I had an office job, or if I lived in an affluent area, I would. A 2ct diamond on a single woman is nothing but people repellent here. But that's not always a bad thing. >;-) Maybe the 7.5mm would also be too much bling for a poor town? In this town, don't ever show you have more than your neighbors, or you won't have friendly neighbors.
-- Few people here can tell moissanite from cz from diamond anyway. I have a 7.5mm Asha and 7.5mm moissanite. So I already can p*ss people off without spending another penney.
I bought this 1.19ct last year, really wanted a 7.5mm stone then, but this smaller one was gorgeous and a real value. There was no GOG 7.5mm option in my budget with a color higher than a J that leaned toward K. And I already have a big J so wanted either H or whiter or an L or lower. I haven't found a great mounting for the 1.19, so it sat totally unused for almost a year now. I could either set it, trade it in, or sell it back at a loss. It's paid for, it's a great stone, and I love it's character. I just haven't found any bargain ring mounting for it.
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Edited by AdaBeta27 (08/05/08 08:59 PM)
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#422631 - 08/06/08 06:21 AM
Re: Which GOG diamond do y'all like better?
[Re: AdaBeta27]
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WTNLVR
Connoisseur
Registered: 03/10/05
Posts: 1553
Loc: Dragon Valley
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Well, I'm all for buying sparklies, but I think you said it yourself. You already have a 2ct you never wear. So why buy another that will just sit in the box? Plus with the economy the way it is and oil/heating what it will be this winter, unless you have a comfortable amount in the bank to go around I think I'd pass. But it looks like a nice stone. GOG will make a video for you to help you decide if you go forward. I know for me sometimes I get so caught up in the chase that once I get something I lose all interest in it.
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#422633 - 08/06/08 06:27 AM
Re: Which GOG diamond do y'all like better?
[Re: WTNLVR]
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Blingaholic
BTD Crown Jewel
Registered: 03/25/07
Posts: 15466
Loc: VA
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+1! cons outweigh the pros so for me i'd pass.
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#422642 - 08/06/08 06:48 AM
Re: Which GOG diamond do y'all like better?
[Re: Blingaholic]
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MissDymonds666
The Imperial Diamond
Registered: 09/03/07
Posts: 6583
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I was never one to say no to diamonds, but in these times, I guess I would. 
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#422648 - 08/06/08 06:56 AM
Re: Which GOG diamond do y'all like better?
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newbielady
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Registered: 04/08/08
Posts: 2829
Loc: Deep in the Heart of Texas!
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I vote for moving to another state! Texas is really nice...(can you tell I'm ready to go home?) PLUS everything is BIGGER in Texas, yanno?
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#422670 - 08/06/08 07:54 AM
Re: Which GOG diamond do y'all like better?
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radi8
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Registered: 08/28/06
Posts: 655
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I agree with spending the money on a fantabulous setting so you can enjoy that beauty!!!
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#422672 - 08/06/08 07:55 AM
Re: Which GOG diamond do y'all like better?
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newbielady
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Registered: 04/08/08
Posts: 2829
Loc: Deep in the Heart of Texas!
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(I keep wanting to straighten up the picture of that report! It's driving me crazy!)
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#422674 - 08/06/08 08:03 AM
Re: Which GOG diamond do y'all like better?
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radi8
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Registered: 08/28/06
Posts: 655
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That being said, do you perfer GOG over WF and why? (if you don't mind me asking)
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