{"id":33147,"date":"2026-08-14T13:16:03","date_gmt":"2026-08-14T13:16:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sothisdiamonds.com\/?p=33147"},"modified":"2026-08-14T13:16:04","modified_gmt":"2026-08-14T13:16:04","slug":"sell-chipped-damaged-diamond","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sothisdiamonds.com\/nl\/sell-chipped-damaged-diamond\/","title":{"rendered":"Kunt u een beschadigde of afgebrokkelde diamant verkopen? Mogelijkheden voor reparatie, herslijpen en verkoop"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-773b2176\">Een afgebrokkelde of beschadigde diamant kan nog steeds worden verkocht. Het bod hangt af van de plaats van de beschadiging, hoe diep deze doorloopt, of de steen structureel stevig blijft en hoeveel bruikbaar gewicht na het opnieuw polijsten of herslijpen behouden kan blijven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-0718ffbc\">Een kleine beschadiging bij de rondist kan een heel ander effect hebben dan een breuk die door een groot deel van de diamant loopt. In sommige gevallen kan een slijper het beschadigde gedeelte verwijderen met slechts een beperkt gewichtsverlies. In andere gevallen zou herslijpen de diamant aanzienlijk kleiner maken of andere zwakke plekken blootleggen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-f29f5713\">Laat de steen niet repareren of herslijpen voordat u een waardebepaling in de huidige staat hebt ontvangen. Een specialist moet de huidige waarde van de diamant vergelijken met de verwachte waarde, de kosten en de risico\u2019s van de voorgestelde bewerking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-593cf968\"><strong>Snel antwoord: Kunt u een afgebrokkelde diamant verkopen?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-3c77632a\">Ja. Gespecialiseerde kopers kunnen interesse hebben in afgebrokkelde, gebarsten, afgesleten of anderszins beschadigde diamanten.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-f7d59250\">Een professionele beoordeling moet het type en de omvang van de beschadiging vaststellen, evenals het huidige gewicht en de kwaliteit van de diamant en of een commercieel rendabele herslijping mogelijk is. Ook de natuurlijke of in een laboratorium gekweekte oorsprong, vorm, kleur, zuiverheid, het rapport en de huidige vraag zullen van invloed zijn op het bod.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-df505788\">De drie belangrijkste opties zijn de diamant in de huidige staat verkopen, een klein beschadigd gedeelte opnieuw polijsten of de diamant opnieuw slijpen tot een kleinere diamant. De beste optie is degene die het sterkste nettoresultaat oplevert na het verlies aan gewicht, de slijpkosten en de risico\u2019s \u2014 niet noodzakelijk de optie die de steen er het meest nieuw uit laat zien.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-d07781dc\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sothisdiamonds.com\/nl\/diamant-verkopen\/\">Vraag een gratis, vrijblijvende waardebepaling van uw diamant aan.<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-a348b04d\"><strong>Diamanten zijn hard, maar niet onbreekbaar<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-094f447e\">Diamant is zeer goed bestand tegen krassen, maar hardheid is niet hetzelfde als taaiheid. Taaiheid beschrijft hoe goed een edelsteen bestand is tegen breken, afbrokkelen of barsten na een impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-676feeb8\">De kristalstructuur van een diamant bevat richtingen waarlangs hij gemakkelijker kan splijten. Een harde klap op een kwetsbare plek kan daarom schade veroorzaken, vooral bij een dunne rondist, een scherpe hoek of een insluiting die tot aan het oppervlak reikt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-38476ea9\">Peer-, marquise-, princess- en hartvormige diamanten kunnen kwetsbaar zijn rond hun punten. Ronde en cushion diamanten hebben geen scherpe punten, maar hun rondist en bestaande insluitsels kunnen nog steeds beschadigd raken.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-d24e9bc9\">Een diamant kan ook beschadigd raken tijdens het zetten, verwijderen, dagelijks dragen of bij contact met een andere diamant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-c186a8ed\"><strong>What Kind of Damage Does the Diamond Have?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-3743888b\">\u201cCracked diamond\u201d is a common description, but several different features can create a cracked appearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Damage or characteristic<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What it generally means<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Abrasie<\/td><td>Kleine inkepingen of slijtage langs de randen van de facetten, waardoor soms een wazig uiterlijk ontstaat<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Afgebrokkeld gedeelte<\/td><td>Een oppervlakkige opening veroorzaakt door oppervlakteschade, vaak bij de rondist, culasse of een overgang tussen facetten<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Blauwe plek \/ slagplek<\/td><td>Een inslagpunt met daaronder kleine, wortelachtige veertjes onder het oppervlak<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Holte<\/td><td>Een hoekige opening waar materiaal is afgebroken of waar een kristal dat tot het oppervlak reikte is uitgevallen<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Veer<\/td><td>Een vakterm voor een interne breuk of fissuur, die het oppervlak al dan niet kan bereiken<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Splijting of grote breuk<\/td><td>Een ernstigere breuk die structurele problemen kan veroorzaken<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Losse steen<\/td><td>Beweging veroorzaakt door beschadigde of versleten zettingsonderdelen en niet door schade aan de diamant zelf<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-3f2a0ba2\">Vuil dat onder de steen vastzit, reflecties van de zetting en normale insluitsels kunnen ook worden aangezien voor barsten. Voor een juiste diagnose zijn vergroting en professioneel onderzoek noodzakelijk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-96ebfa36\"><strong>How Damage Affects Diamond Resale Value<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-489dff7b\">Beschadigingen be\u00efnvloeden de waarde op het gebied van uiterlijk, duurzaamheid, gewicht en verkoopbaarheid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-cf4ee55c\">Een kleine beschadiging die verborgen zit bij een zetting kan visueel weinig effect hebben, maar de koper moet nog steeds rekening houden met het risico dat de beschadiging zich verder uitbreidt tijdens het verwijderen, opnieuw zetten of herslijpen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-8cdc7ab1\">Beschadigingen onder de tafel of op een duidelijk zichtbare plaats wanneer de diamant van bovenaf wordt bekeken, kunnen opvallender zijn. Een diepe breuk kan er ook voor zorgen dat een toekomstige koper terughoudend is om de diamant te dragen of opnieuw te laten zetten.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-6e12136e\">Het mogelijke eindgewicht na het herslijpen is bijzonder belangrijk. Als het verwijderen van een beschadiging ervoor zorgt dat een diamant onder een belangrijke karaatgrens komt, kan het waardeverlies groter zijn dan verwacht.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-5913245c\">De koper zal ook rekening houden met de oorspronkelijke diamant. Een grote natuurlijke diamant met een gewilde kleur en zuiverheid kan een gespecialiseerde herslijping rechtvaardigen. Een kleine laboratoriumdiamant of een steen met een lagere vraag krijgt mogelijk niet genoeg extra waarde om de kosten van de bewerking te dekken.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-269caed9\"><strong>Is een beschadiging anders dan een insluitsel?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-685875f6\">Yes. An inclusion can form naturally inside the diamond, while a chip is surface damage that normally occurs after the stone has been cut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-30542101\">However, the two can be connected. A surface-reaching feather near the girdle may make the diamond more vulnerable if that area receives a hard blow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-28f4fd22\">An older grading report may plot an inclusion that looks like damage to an untrained observer. Conversely, a chip that occurred after grading will not appear on the original report.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-fdef0c1a\">A specialist should compare the physical diamond with the report before assuming that a visible feature is new damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-0ad0ea6c\"><strong>Blijft het bestaande gradatierapport geldig?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-a7d75cb6\">A grading report remains useful for identifying the diamond and understanding its condition at the time of examination. It may no longer describe the stone\u2019s current weight, clarity or measurements accurately if significant damage or recutting occurred later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-ba6bde73\">A minor chip may change the clarity assessment. Recutting will change the diamond\u2019s weight, measurements and possibly its shape, cut, polish, symmetry or clarity grade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-760898a5\">After a material recut, a new report may be advisable for a diamond whose value justifies the expense. The buyer or cutter should discuss this before work begins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-379320cd\"><strong>Kan een beschadigde diamant worden gerepareerd?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-97324ae0\">A diamond cannot be healed in the way that metal can be soldered. The practical options involve changing its shape or hiding the damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-11412bb0\">A minor surface issue may be reduced through repolishing. A deeper chip may require partial or complete recutting. In a mounted diamond, a jeweller might reposition a prong or choose a protective setting, but this does not remove the underlying damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-afbd1bdd\">Fracture filling can make certain surface-reaching fractures less visible by introducing a glass-like material. It does not heal the diamond or improve its underlying structural condition. The treatment is not considered permanent, can be affected by heat and cleaning, and must be disclosed. GIA does not issue its standard grading reports for fracture-filled diamonds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-f52fafc3\">Fracture filling is therefore not a shortcut that restores an untreated diamond\u2019s resale position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-5c9ab71d\"><strong>Opnieuw polijsten versus herslijpen<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-6b545ff6\">Repolishing is the lighter intervention. It may remove abrasion, small scratches or very minor edge damage while preserving most of the original shape and weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-b8d43dfe\">Partial recutting changes one or more areas of the diamond to remove a localised chip. The finished stone may retain its general shape but lose weight or symmetry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-1ecbd7bf\">A full recut can create a substantially different diamond. It may improve appearance or remove serious damage, but it can also reduce carat weight, change the shape and require a new grading report.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-67aa2f62\">The cutter should provide an estimated finished weight and explain whether the damage might extend farther than it appears. An estimate is not a guarantee because hidden features can become important once cutting begins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-2a04e97d\"><strong>Should You Recut the Diamond Before Selling?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-a13ce0e0\">Not automatically. Obtain both an as-is assessment and a recutting opinion first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-1413903c\">The basic commercial comparison is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-f7aee2bb\"><strong>Expected value after recutting, minus cutting, grading, removal, resetting and insurance costs, compared with the strongest as-is offer.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-2b85f486\">Risk must also be considered. The diamond could finish below the predicted weight, reveal additional fractures or move below a commercially important carat threshold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-87def6cd\">For example, a damaged diamond weighing slightly above one carat may require enough material removal to finish below one carat. Even if the resulting stone looks cleaner, the change in weight category can limit the financial benefit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-a2196e13\">A reputable buyer may prefer to assume the cutting risk and purchase the stone as-is. That option can give the seller greater certainty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-ec2af1ad\"><strong>When Recutting May Be Worth Considering<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-ef76f9dd\">Recutting may make commercial sense when the diamond is large enough to retain a desirable finished weight, the damaged area is removable and the improvement in marketability is expected to exceed the costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-0e1752a8\">It can also be considered when a chip threatens continued wear and the owner intends to keep the diamond rather than sell it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-4c526402\">A recut becomes less attractive when the stone is small, the damage extends deeply, the final weight is uncertain or the diamond has limited resale demand. Antique and fancy-colour diamonds require additional caution because recutting can remove historical character or change the face-up colour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-c0f58c3e\"><strong>Should the Diamond Be Removed From Its Setting?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-9661d91c\">Have the complete ring examined first. A mounted inspection may reveal whether the damage is visible, whether the setting is secure and whether removal presents additional risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-5fa8d478\">An improvised removal can enlarge a chip or cause a vulnerable diamond to break. If removal is necessary, it should be completed by an appropriately experienced professional under agreed insurance and responsibility terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-3f104ec1\">The setting may also contribute value through its precious metal, side stones, craftsmanship or brand. Selling the centre diamond separately without evaluating the complete ring could overlook part of the item\u2019s value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-5dc5b2ab\"><strong>What to Do Immediately After Discovering Damage<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-8fd3a935\">Stop wearing the jewellery until it has been examined. Continued movement inside a damaged setting can worsen a chip or cause the stone to fall out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-e90ecea7\">Place the ring or diamond in a small, padded container and keep it separate from other jewellery. Avoid ultrasonic or steam cleaning until a specialist has checked the damage and determined whether any treatments are present.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-37b82960\">Take clear photographs and locate the grading report, invoice, appraisal and insurance policy. If the damage may be insured, contact the insurer before authorising removal, repair, recutting or sale. Altering the diamond first could affect the claim process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-164996f5\"><strong>Selling Options for a Damaged Diamond<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-a2cab0ed\">A direct sale in the current condition is often the simplest option. The buyer assesses the damage, estimates the possible recut and incorporates the risk into the offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-1f6bdcd7\">Repolishing or recutting before sale may improve the outcome when the expected benefit is clear and the cutter is appropriately experienced. All costs and risks remain with the owner unless another arrangement is documented.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-206fc4bd\">Auction or consignment may suit an exceptional diamond or valuable signed piece, but damage must be disclosed. A general gold buyer may value the setting while failing to assess the centre diamond\u2019s remaining potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-21149cc3\">When comparing offers, ask whether the buyer plans to keep, recut or dismantle the item and whether the quoted amount includes the setting and side stones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-2852a6c3\"><strong>Illustrative Examples<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-662a2d1a\">These examples are fictional and show how different damage can produce different decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-626be882\"><strong>A Small Girdle Chip<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-ae3c1882\">A natural round diamond has a shallow chip near the girdle. A cutter believes it can be removed with modest weight loss, but the diamond would finish just below a major carat threshold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-98425b2f\">The seller compares the lower post-recut weight and associated costs with an as-is purchase offer. Selling without recutting provides the better net result.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-10b2fc77\"><strong>A Chipped Point on a Pear Shape<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-dfb7bba2\">A pear-shaped diamond has damage at its point. Repair would shorten the outline and require new proportions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-4adb89da\">Because the diamond is large enough to retain a marketable size, specialist recutting may improve its appearance and durability. The decision is made only after receiving an estimated finished weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-b2dce955\"><strong>A Fractured Diamond in a Branded Ring<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-609bfa9d\">A centre diamond has a visible fracture, but the signed platinum ring and side stones also hold value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-d9b880c5\">The complete piece is assessed before removal. The offer accounts for the damaged diamond, brand, setting and smaller stones rather than treating the ring only as scrap metal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-eb98b790\"><strong>How to Request an Accurate Offer<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-ea26b7ad\">Submit clear photographs of the complete jewellery and close images of the suspected damage. Include the grading report and explain when the damage was noticed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-6b5f04c6\">Do not attempt to assign a new clarity grade from photographs. The buyer needs to inspect the feature\u2019s type, depth, position and relationship to existing inclusions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-63ceb224\">Ask for an explanation of the as-is offer and whether recutting could materially change it. If cutting is recommended, request the expected finished weight, shape, costs and responsibility for accidental loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-d69bcb69\"><strong>Veelgestelde vragen<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-3f516dce\"><strong>Can a chipped diamond still have value?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-dcc4bc19\">Yes. Its remaining value depends on its origin, size, quality, damage and recutting potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-2455a06c\"><strong>Can you sell a cracked diamond?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-9a4520ac\">Potentially. \u201cCrack\u201d can describe anything from a feather to a major structural break, so professional identification is required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-0ea8a526\"><strong>Can a diamond chip even though it is the hardest gemstone?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-7931a1a2\">Yes. Hardness measures resistance to scratching, not resistance to breaking. A diamond can chip when struck in a vulnerable direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-7fbdf1bd\"><strong>Where do diamonds most commonly chip?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-7ae70bf9\">Damage frequently occurs around girdles, pointed corners, culets and areas containing surface-reaching inclusions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-df86589a\"><strong>Does a chip lower the clarity grade?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-89a2fa47\">It can. The effect depends on the chip\u2019s size, position and visibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-e1a760d2\"><strong>Can a jeweller hide a chip under a prong?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-afbc397f\">A protective setting may reduce visibility and help protect the area, but it does not repair the diamond. The damage should still be disclosed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-4a9d6638\"><strong>Can fracture filling repair a cracked diamond?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-0df932eb\">It can make a fracture less visible, but it does not heal the break. The treatment is not permanent and affects grading and resale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-14ea9281\"><strong>Will GIA grade a fracture-filled diamond?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-de173cd9\">GIA states that it does not grade diamonds containing fracture-filling material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-0a86234f\"><strong>How much weight will a diamond lose when recut?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-7dfa756f\">There is no standard amount. Weight loss depends on the shape, position and depth of the damage and the intended finished cut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-e5ed3ab0\"><strong>Can a recut improve the diamond\u2019s clarity?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-f9dd8d15\">Removing a chip or inclusion may improve the resulting clarity, but the finished diamond will weigh less and the outcome is not guaranteed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-61da7ccd\"><strong>Should I make an insurance claim before selling?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-f8d98d58\">If the damage may be covered, contact the insurer before altering or selling the diamond. Policy conditions and documentation requirements vary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-b2fd81c3\"><strong>Can Sothis Diamonds assess a damaged diamond?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-a2cf9756\">Yes. Chipped and damaged diamonds can be submitted for an initial review, subject to physical inspection and Sothis Diamonds\u2019 current buying criteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-afab8758\"><strong>Final Thoughts<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-239b5758\">A damaged diamond is not automatically unsellable, and recutting is not automatically the best solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-347337fc\">The correct decision depends on what the damage is, how far it extends and what the diamond could become after material is removed. A small chip may allow a practical repolish, while a deeper fracture could make a recut risky or uneconomic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-422edc7d\">Start by obtaining an as-is assessment. Compare that offer with the predicted net value after any proposed work, and do not authorise an irreversible recut without understanding the likely finished weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-e49ab09e\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sothisdiamonds.com\/nl\/diamant-verkopen\/\">Vraag een gratis, vrijblijvende waardebepaling van uw diamant aan.<\/a>.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>chipped or damaged diamond may still have resale value. 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