In this section of the site, I publish some interesting private exchanges I have had with readers of the site who have contacted me via the “Ask a Question” form. I believe you will find that the questions and answers are both interesting and educational. Of course, names have been removed to preserve privacy.
Use the filter below to find Q&As relevant to your diamond search:
Hi. Firstly thanks for all the information which exists on your site. It’s been really helpful. I have now made a choice on the setting I would like – yellow gold solitaire – but am now unsure whether to go for a round or cushion diamond. Many websites seem to suggest round “looks” the nicest …
Hello! I am looking a diamond and really like it – 1.55 Carat, VVS1, triple Excellent GIA graded. However, I have been reading your articles about the cut (table 60% and depth 61.8%), and am concerned about how these dimensions might present themselves in the stone’s appearance. How can I tell whether the diamond will …
I am looking at the two following diamonds at Blue Nile: Blue Nile LD12108737 Blue Nile LD12352382 Would appreciate your opinion if they are good quality and which you feel is the better option or any recommendation on a similar stone. I want to set the diamond in Riviera Pave Diamond Engagement Ring. I’m not …
Please review diamonds for me: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.70-carat-k-color-vs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-6998451?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.58-carat-j-color-vs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-3617026?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.70-carat-h-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-7055764?a_aid=dmnd1357 What setting style and metal are you planning to go with? Different colors suit different settings better. I’ll be going with yellow gold. I’d prefer the ring itself to just have the single diamond. So no other surrounding smaller diamonds nor diamonds on the setting ring itself. …
I doubt you remember me, but I’m now married and my wife loves the ring you helped me buy. Thanks again!!! I’ve told about a dozen people about the help you gave me, including my brother in law. He’s ring shopping for his girlfriend, and asked me to pass along your information to help him …
I want a round ideal cut. My budget is around £2,300 for the stone alone. I have been reading your great articles. Top criteria is probably an ideal cut, GIA, ideal polish and proportions. Of course it should be eye clean, and I am not too concerned about the colour, up to I-J is fine …
I have an oval diamond that I am seriously interested in buying from James Allen. My knowledge has taken me so far as to not be able to identify any major drawbacks. I was wondering if I could send you guys the specifics to get an opinion? Please send me the link to the diamond …
Hi, I am looking to purchase a diamond for an engagement ring. I currently reside in Canada and was wondering whether it would be better for me to go to an in-person jeweler or purchase something online from James Allen or Blue Nile and exercise their return policy if I do not like the diamond. …
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