Smokey quartz

[creeper71]

Went gem sifting on saturday got this SMOKEY QUARTZ.. Want to get it cut but don't know how much it would cost... I was told it would be worth 30-50.00 per karat after being cut.. anyone know if this is true?? Right now it is 77.5 Karats..was told after being cut I probly would have 50 or more karats left. also anyone know the best cut an what would be the cut worth the most? I will be wanting to sell the stone after it is cut... Thanks for all the help!!

 

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[allen_idaho]

That's a nice little chunk you've found there. Not too shabby.

Normally, after you have that cut, you should expect that the size will be down to about 40% of the original weight. A lot is lost during faceting. I would probably expect to get a cut stone back weighing around 35-40 carats.

The value of the gemstone will then vary depending on color, clarity and inclusions. Lower grade smoky quartz stones are usually valued at around $10/carat. The value increases from there depending on the finished product. There is no real telling for sure how much it could be worth at this point.

 

[creeper71]

thank you for your help... would you know how much it cost to get it cut?? I was told it was 15.00 each facet.. plus the fee to cut... I'm very new to this gem stuff any help would be appreciated

 

[allen_idaho]

The price for cutting is solely dependant on the cutter. It varies.

For the best deal, it is cheaper to send your stones overseas to get cut. It is a lot more expensive to have your stones cut in the states.

 

[chong2]

i have a 38 caret columbian emerald i want cut. also i have a few 5 caret diamonds i could like cut also.not to mention my rubies...... which country should i send my precious gems to? JK, sorry i had too

 

[Atticus Finch]

Heres the Ebay Smokey Quartz page link.

http://jewelry.shop.ebay.com/items/...nZ1QQ_sacatZ110853QQ_trksidZp3286Q2ec0Q2em282

Remember, it has more value because you found it.

HH

Cap Z.