Evgeniy and you others are correct.. It is , kind of, a decent fake but a fake none the less..

Problem is,,,,this HR is sold with a CoA from Don.!.. The cert is for sure authentic.. The ring now owned by a dealer, in question I'm pretty sure has been sold twice and refunded twice!

- So,,, Some tips;
IF bad photos make sure you have a refund policy before you buy!
Don God love him has had his day.. Anything he has certified in the past must be scrutinized to the Nth degree!
Ground Dug doesn't prove authenticity nor is it a provenance.
Direct in hand comparisons [or dam good photos] of the same year HR could help..
Read all the research before you buy!
Stories also don't prove a ring ,,,nor a HR in a grouping with everything else authentic means nothing..

Our forums help. There are guys with many years experience with HRs and the fakes of HRs. Don's book has some good overall history and facts for beginners who study the HR.. While Antonios new book now seems to be of great help. Exhaustive scientific findings that put away the single die pressed theory .

IF any of you have more tips please feel free to help and add them here,,,thanks.

Be careful guys as always,,,and happy hunting...,G.

Last edited by Gaspare; 03/07/2022 05:13 AM.