I feel the same as you. I like everything to go fast and smooth. I do most everything as GIN too. I’m too impatient for auctions. I’d rather buy & sell with a GIN.
As far as carats I don't know. I got it so long ago I can't remember any of that, I am so sorry. I can measure it with a ruler but that is about it. :-( I can add a picture that might help.
I’m thinking it’ll be nice in a ring. I have opal necklaces but not earrings or rings. I’m thinking, if I won I could have it put in a ring. Do you know if it’s mined opal or simulated manmade?
Again, I really don't know. I was under the impression when I got it, it was mined. How can you tell the difference? I looks the same all around but the bottom is flat if that helps.
You are welcome. I try to do everything as quick as I can. I can't stand waiting. That is why I rarely do the actual auctions. I do GIN 99% of the time. I try to ship the same or next day for the same reason.
I usually just keep the stuff, sometimes I relist, sometimes I lower the gin. Mostly I just keep what ever listed. I had some shoes I listed and relisted. I wasn't going to relist again at that time because it was costing credits.. 10 months later I relisted and someone bought them.