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Q&A: Skeptical About Truth About Diamonds and Buying Online in General (and Problem with Chipped Stone)

Last Updated On: October 19, 2020

Hello, I just came across your website. I am a little sceptical about buying a diamond online, but it looks like I can get a better deal. Not to sound bad, but why do you help people find diamonds if there is nothing in it for you? Thanks James Allen James Allen is the leader …

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Looking for $5000 Round Diamond to Match with Specific Engagement Ring with Side Stones

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I am looking at engagement rings and have budgeted $5000 for the diamond (round shape). I am planning on placing the diamond on a setting with sidestones similar to this link: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/settings-with-sidestones/ring/item_58-1908.asp The sidestones are color G-H. Is it necessary for the main stone to be better or equal color to the sidestones? For example, …

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