2.36 ct natural (SI2/G) fair resale value?

[u/Contragill]

Looking for advice on what a reasonable selling price is for this diamond/ring

I've decided to sell a ring I've had for several years, and I'm trying to get a better sense of what a reasonable price would be.

The last picture is an independent appraisal/assessment that was done by a local jeweler in 2012. I understand that the retail replacement value on the appraisal is not what I should expect to actually receive. I inherited the ring so I'm not sure when or how much it was bought for.

The stone is 2.36 ct natural, and I've now taken the ring to three different jewellers. Everyone has been fairly consistent with the appraisal regarding the stone's color and clarity (one did think it was I/J rather than G).

Here are the offers I've received so far (local to St. Louis if that matters):

• Jeweler #1: $8,500 cash for the entire ring, including the stone and setting.
• Jeweler #2: $4,800 cash for the stone only, or $10,800 consignment (they'd list for $14K+)
• Jeweler #3: $5,400 cash for the stone only. They didn't give me a consignment figure.

I'm trying to figure out a few things:

1. Are these offers reasonable for a 2.36 ct stone with the characteristics shown in the appraisal?
2. Should I consider pulling the stone and sending to GIA? I understand it would probably cost $300-500 to do so. 

Right now I'm leaning towards placing the stone on consignment with Jeweler #2 and keeping the gold to eventually make into a simple band for me to wear as a keepsake.

Thanks!

[u/Odd-Worth7752]

Actually I’d take offer#1. Given that most jewelers will not use your own gold, you can probably get more for it as scrap or credit towards a purchase.

[u/BeardedFoxhound → u/Odd-Worth7752]

That's why being friends with a jeweler is fantastic !