[Jewelry making - Article 00180] - Re: [Orchid] Sapphires buying

[David E.Barzilay]

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    Sharron, I agree with Garry almost completely, except that I WILL
    suggest a Laboratory/Appraiser:  Guild Labs, run by my friend Charles
    Carmona, in Los Angeles. 

    I am a gemologist and appraiser myself, and think that Charlie is the
    best one around.  Totally honest, VERY knowledgeable, and he will give
    you his best opinion for a reasonable fee, with no conflict of
    interest (as there IS with the gem seller.) 

    I always suggest to strangers, when they want to buy a gemstone,
    "don't take the word of the seller; check it out with an INDEPENDENT
    laboratory." 

    Also, I am sure his fees will be much lower than Garry quoted. Guild
    Labs' phone # is (213) 624-0137. 

    I have no financial connection...he's a good friend. David Barzilay,
    Lord of the Rings. 
 

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