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Ametrine VVS 1 Question: I was wondering how much a 104 carat ametrine is worth?

Please respond soon, thanks.

Healing Crystals and Gemstones: From Amethyst to Zircon

Price: $14.98 USD

David Answered… Well thanks for such a short sharp command, I guess I’d better go jump now, except you didn’t tell me ‘How High’.

Never mind, lets get down to business……

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Aquamarine color Question: I have fallen in love with the aquamarine gemstone.

Beryl (Butterworths Gem Books)

$249.95 USD

I do not understand about the color and value, etc.

I bought a beautiful, 3 ct aquamarine & 1/3 ct diamond, 14k gold estate ring from a reputable online dealer. It is VSI clarity.

I’m disappointed that it is such a very pale blue hue, it seems to have almost no color, maybe silvery?

I think many people would not recognize it as an aquamarine.

I also bought the ring because the design is so unique–it has diamond “wings” on all sides.

Q. Are the most pale hues of less value?

Q. I was told it was “genuine.” Is it likely natural or could it be synthetic?

How does this affect value?

I estimate it is about 30-40 yrs. old.

I also have an antique Art Deco filigree 2 ct. light sky blue aquamarine ring that I’m crazy about.

Many thanks,

Pauline…

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Ruby Quartz Question: What is ruby quartz?

Gemstones of the World: Newly Revised & Expanded Third Edition

Price: $15.14 USD

Is it naturally occurring or is the color the result of heat treatment or dyes?

Is it a true quartz?…

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Ametrines And Their Price Question: Hello David, I was wondering how much Ametrines are worth these days?

Quartz (Butterworths Gem Books)

Lowest used price: $67.00 USD

I have one which is 22 x 14mm in size, 27.48 Carat and out of curiosity I asked a Jeweler in town how much it would be worth.

When I gave her the specifications she said around $6000!

Is this true?

I’m finding it hard to believe!

Thank you …

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Value Peridot Bracelet Question: Overseas I just purchased a 7 inch long silver bracelet with 14 peridots.

Gemstones of the World: Newly Revised & Expanded Third Edition

Price: $15.30 USD

The total weight of the Peridot was just over 17 carats…

How much would this go for in the US?…

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How To Sell Your Gemstones Question: Hello, I recently inherited about 40 decent sized Emeralds (not the greatest) but not really low quality either.

Gemstones: Quality and Value, Volume 1

Price: $137.75 USD

About 20 star ruby’s as well in the same condition.

What is the range for these types of gem stones (low to high) and in your opinion what is the lowest price I should accept if I were to take these to a jeweler and sell them?

I know you can’t see them and I appreciate any “general” input you may have.

Thank you, Chad…

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How To Sell A Diamond Question: I have a 1 carat pear shape diamond not in a setting.

Tiffany Diamonds

Price: $30.42 USD

It is excellent quality and although I know you can’t tell by looking at it, I would like to know the best way to sell to get the most money out of it.

thank you for your help.…

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