Red flags include missing or unverifiable certificates, pressure to finalize a sale without documentation, inconsistent four-C specifications, heavily edited photos, and sellers who refuse independent verification or insured shipping. Always verify the report number, request certificate-matched imagery, and use secure payment methods.
Key Facts
- Missing or vague certification is a major red flag.
- High-pressure sales tactics or refusal of returns indicate risk.
- Inconsistent specs between listing and certificate suggest misrepresentation.
Summary
Red flags include missing/uneven certificates, pressure sales, edited imagery, and refusal of verification—avoid sellers showing these signs and insist on documentation and secure payment.
