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| rating high enough for the diamond to be considered appropriate for use as a gemstone; the other 80% are relegated to industrial use. Of that top 20%, a significant portion contains an inclusion or inclusions that are visible to the naked eye upon close inspection. | ||
| Those that do not have a visible inclusion are known as "eye-clean" and are preferred by most buyers, although visible inclusions can sometimes be hidden under the setting, in a piece of jewellery. The most expensive diamonds fall within the VS and SI grades with FL, IF, and even VVS stones commanding significant premiums. |
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..'Sherry Jewellery was recommended to me and I have to say it was the best recommendation ever. Buying an engagement ring is a nerve racking time, but doing it long distance where you don't get to see the ring until its complete, is rather scary. However, Sherry Jewellery were fantastic, Ruth guided me through the whole process, included me in every decision, sent me sketches of different options and guided me to making the right choice. The look on my, now fiancée's face was priceless when I proposed with the ring. (pictured right) |
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I would definitely recommend Sherry Jewellery to anyone who wants a custom designed ring that is that extra bit special'
Best regards Jamie. Surrey. Aug 2009
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The PriceGenerally, Sherry Jewellery feel it’s well worth researching diamonds a little, before you buy. This is because the price structure is quite variable. For instance, a 1ct Diamond of J colour I1 clarity, might retail at a third less of the price of 1ct G
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colour VVS clarity. See our 4 Cs page. We believe, It's worth finding out why, because it will help you to decide what’s going to take priority, in your buying decision. The 4 Cs all play their part in the pricing of each particular diamond. The important thing is make sure you take your time, compare with other stones, like for like, and make sure you know what you’re buying. That way, you can put it into context with your expectations.
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Reputable sourceIt might seem obvious, but buying from a reputable and traceable source is essential. You’d be amazed how many people buy from a man they met on holiday! (not recommened). It’s so easy to come home and find your diamond doesn’t sparkle quite so brightly in our dull old winters’ daylight and that needn’t be the case.
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| Of course there’s also another reason, and that’s authenticity. Unless you are qualified in examining diamonds, you have to trust your source. Sherry jewellery only buys from trusted, long term suppliers or those well-know within our trade. So you can be sure, when selecting stones from us, that you are buying from a reputable source. | ||
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Trading up?Over the years, many of our clients have traded up in size and quality, particularly in relation to engagement rings. Either by trading in, or as we like to say, ‘retiring’ their original stone, and using it in a new piece of jewellery, (typically a pendant.)
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| Whatever you decide, we feel it should be a considered and measured decision. | ||
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No mistakes diamond...? Take a look at our ‘no mistakes’ way of buying a diamond.
Buying a piece of diamond jewellery as a surprise can be a ratherdaunting prospect. In theory, it may seem like a great idea but inpractice it can have some pit falls. After all, nobody can read minds.Here’s a brilliant way to avoid the risk of getting it wrong.
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The Gift of a Diamond without risk of mistakes
First of all, come and choose your diamond confidentially. We can show you a fantastic range of loose diamonds to compare shape, size and price.
Now the clever bit...
Present your diamond as a surprise and then disclose that you’ve arranged to take your partner to have a bespoke mount designed and made to their own taste. The whole process works really well and you’re guaranteed ‘no mistakes’.
Special offer £150 off a ring mount following the purchase of a loose diamond over the value of £1200
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