Diamonds International/ Carnival Cruise Line/ PPI/ Mark Writer Went to Mark Writer gem seminar or shopping presentation. He only recommended Diamonds International. I opted to purchase a tanzanite stone. Purchased the stone at $2190.00, when I came back to the states it appraised at $1600 plus $95 dollars in tax. The appraiser also stated the cut was fair. Diamonds International told me the cut was the best. Ripoff New York New York

My family and I decided to go to Mark Writer's shopping presentation as a buyers beware show. Mark Writer stated in his show that Diamonds International is the most reputable company in the Bahamas. He stated 100% guarantee of the price and the value of the stone.

When I came back to the states I decided to go get the stone looked at by a local jeweler to see what kind of setting would be the best and exentuate it the best. The jeweler and I started talking about the price and he told me I paid to much money for the stone.

I decided to have a full appraisal on the tanzanite before I had it set. I also contacted a representative at Diamonds International for their requirements. Diamonds International told me that I had to have an appraisal through a person that does not sell or have any part of gems stones, diamonds, or jewelry.

The appraiser stated to me that the cut was fair and the appraised amount was $500 less of what I paid for the tanzanite I purchased. I have been in contact with Diamonds International and the only thing they could recommend to me is a $400 store credit or to send my stone back and receive a full store credit.

I do not wish to have a store credit. I would like my money back. Diamonds International is a full ripoff company.

Patricia
Taylor, Michigan
U.S.A.