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#422595 - 08/05/08 07:48 PM Which GOG diamond do y'all like better?
AdaBeta27 Offline
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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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#422631 - 08/06/08 06:21 AM Re: Which GOG diamond do y'all like better? [Re: AdaBeta27]
WTNLVR Offline
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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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+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]
MissDymonds666 Offline
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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? [Re: MissDymonds666]
newbielady Offline
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Registered: 04/08/08
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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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#422654 - 08/06/08 07:15 AM Re: Which GOG diamond do y'all like better? [Re: newbielady]
Kareberry Offline
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Registered: 06/20/07
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LOL..
I like the 1.19ct better. Since it's bought and paid for tho. No need to change. What you do need to change is spend some money to get an awesome setting for it!

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#422670 - 08/06/08 07:54 AM Re: Which GOG diamond do y'all like better? [Re: Kareberry]
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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? [Re: radi8]
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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? [Re: radi8]
radi8 Offline
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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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#422701 - 08/06/08 08:52 AM Re: Which GOG diamond do y'all like better? [Re: newbielady]
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 Originally Posted By: newbielady
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?


Oh I know! Bigger diamonds!
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