-PLEASE NOTE BEFORE PURCHASE -
THE DESCRIPTION OF HOW GEMSTONES
DISPLAYED IN EVERY LISTING
This shows the complete detail videos and pictures of the internal and external view of the gemstones.This information is more important for gemstone lovers with a mild or fair level of experience in gems and willing to buy gemstones online in eBay.Most common and the universal standard method of gemstones photography to sell online is explained below in detail.
INDOOR DISPLAY OF FACETED STONES:-
Pictures and videos taken in full white background under strong white light to give a brighter white background to show if any other color present in the stone and inclusions.
Eg: Blue Sapphire if there is a yellow line,green line or color dots etc will be easily identified under this particular background and lighting.Or if the inclusion might show as a different color.Very tiny micro bubbles,sometimes silk cloud ,two tones etc is more convenient for buyer to identify and understand the stone very well.Smallest bubbles and feathers may not be visible,is explained in words in the description in the listing of some stones not all.
In the case of very light color stones close to white are taken in different color background with the same white light.
Eg: very light yellow sapphire, light pink sapphire , some white sapphires. Light color spinels.etc.
OUTDOOR DISPLAY OF FACETED STONES :-
Taken under natural daylight where no direct sunlight hitting at the stone that shows a clean view without shining to much on the surface of the stone.Photography is taken around 7:30AM to 9:30AM morning hours while the sun is going up.
INDOOR DISPLAY OF STAR SAPPHIRE ,CAT’S EYE AND STAR SPINEL:-
Stars and the single ray of cat’s eye are visible under phone flash,torch light,sharp spot light,etc.White color version of light is ideal.I hold the light above 7-12 inch over the stone only focusing and hitting sharply right at the stone and where the stone is placed in a lower external light area or no external light area(darker place) in white background.It’s very important for Star Sapphires with color.
Same applies to cat’s eye ,star spinel and any variety that shows stars and rays.
OUTDOOR DISPLAY OF STAR SAPPHIRE ,CAT’S EYE AND STAR SPINEL:-
I hold the stone under direct sunlight for the stars and the ray of cat’s eye to be visible.Importantly for star sapphires with color.Taken around 9:30AM to 11:30AM morning hours.When the sun is almost up.
Same applies to cat’s eye,Star spinel and any variety that shows stars and rays.
FEATHERS AND INCLUSIONS DISPLAY :-
When there is an important feather or any other inclusions to be noted , I take videos and pictures placing the torch light right on to the skin of the stone viewing inside deeply that shows the feathers and the inclusions clearly.
I use torch with white or yellow light to view inside depending on the stone.
DISPLAY OF ROUGH STONES AND CRYSTAL:-
Similar to the details mentioned in the display of faceted stones and feathers and inclusions display additional we dip the stone in oil to show more visibility with extra videos and pictures. Stones with complete natural shiny skin need not to be dipped in oil.Measurement pictures are also shown in the listing because of different shapes of the rough.Not so important to take internal view of some roughs depends on the stone.
DETAILS OF MOVEMENTS:-
While doing the indoor photography in the white background I turn the item to view the other side, and place it on the floor and again I lift it up,this is a sequence of shooting the item.You can see the shadow of the item when the item is lifted up that helps you to understand how it’s done.Same applies to outdoor photography only under direct sunlight for star sapphires,cat’s eye and any variety that shows stars and rays .No shadows for faceted stones and roughs because it’s taken under normal natural daylight. 360 rotation videos are also available for certain stones.
CONCLUSIONS:-
Please be free to ask if you want to know more about the photography information and the stone.Regarding this I am extremely interested to know,will respond quickly and prefer my buyer to have a doubt free transaction with me before the purchase.
international buyers in eBay
  | We are dealers and exporters of all earth mined natural Sri Lankan gemstones and Madagascar too. We have been in business in Sri Lanka since 1980.This is known for being the most popular hub for trading gemstones in the world.Still Sri Lankan gemstones are popular and more precious compared to other gem trading countries. Our Company is registered in 1991 in the office Registrar Of Business In Sri Lanka and Sri Lanka Inland Revenue Department. Registered in National Gem and Jewelry Authority of Sri Lanka as to hold the Gem Dealer’s Licence under our name. We operate our own licensed gem mining land regulated by Ministry of Land,Agriculture,Farmer's Association,and Gem Mine Licence Department Longtime member in Sabaragama Chamber Of Commerce & Industry (SCCI) under the Federation Of Chambers Of Commerce & Industry In Sri Lanka (FCCISL) |
Certification provided
Once you have purchased,it need to be verified.This bring us the subject of the gem testing laboratory.Globally their presence is designed to provide a neutral party that sits between buyers and sellers, ensuring the gemstone is fairly sold to the buyer.They help the buyer to understand the genuineness of the gemstone with it's description.
CGL,TGL,AGTL,EGL,FGL,GIC and many more labs are available in Sri Lanka.Buyer can decide to select one of these or labs available in other countries and is considered on the gemstone purchased from us.
Recently many laboratories have opened in Sri Lanka which makes easier for the trade.Unlike in the past it’s very convenient now because all the gem labs have linked their certification details in the net, buyers can find details of their purchased certified gemstone in the webpage of the relevant lab by typing the certification number or the barcode.All our gemstone can be certified in one of these these labs before selling.Each listing is mentioned with the certification provided.Special request can also be considered.
Payments,Returns and buyer protection:
We completely follow all the procedures available in ebay on payments,returns and buyer protection.Its a peace of mind for buyers when its covered and guaranteed by eBay,
Shipping:
We provide Sri Lanka Economy Shipping for free will reach in 2 to 3 weeks with tracking details and we have expedited international shipping reach in 4 to 7 days with tracking details.Additionally Ems,FedEx,DHL is available too,charges will be $40 to $120 depending on the valuation of the item and will reach in 3 to 5 days with tracking details, it’s fully insured by the Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation,Valued at National Gem And Jewellery Authority Of Sri Lanka. Please
  | Lapidary Process : We cut n polish our gemstones in our lapidary and we go through a high quality grading process before selling in eBay.Each stone is examined and planed specifically for its shape and size before cutting. Some Sri Lankan gemstones rough found in very large size and in many different shapes unlike found in other countries.We are specialised experts for slicing the large raw rough gemstone into different portions to yield the maximum out of it while not letting to waste.Many important steps involved in this process. Importance of the source: Daily miners and merchants visit us for selling their rough gemstone.Many years of experience in gem trading and being in the hub of trade has given us an edge in choosing , selecting and acquiring which is a meticulous process of careful judgement and discernment by veterans in the trade that is unique in every way.This is considered as the first successful step in this field of buying the rough with our knowledge assuming the exact output from the stone.Secondly we buy in large quantities so both the concept makes the price affordable for buyers in eBay.Once first step is completely over with the expected output assessed by us and the next step makes easier to sell .We also have listed raw rough from our own mines in eBay to many buyers to select their own taste. |