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Q&A: Looking for a 1.5 Ct. Emerald Cut Diamond for a White Gold Setting with Around $12k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Howdy, I am looking for an emerald cut, 1.5 carat diamond, under $12k. It is going in a ring from “The Shane Company”, item number 41047538 (Vintage Baguette and Round Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring). The ring isn’t ready, but I was hoping to have a diamond in a white gold “presentation” mounting, size 3.5 by …

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Q&A: Help Choosing a 1.5 to 2 Ct. Fancy Yellow Princess Cut Diamond to be Set in Platinum

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

I am looking for a yellow princess cut diamond, from around 1.5 to 2 carat, in a platinum ring. Any help or advice you can give me would be greatly appreciated. Thanks and I look forward to hearing from you. I’d be happy to help. What is your ballpark budget? I am looking around $9.5K …

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Q&A: Help Finding a 1 – 1.5 Ct. Marquise Cut Diamond for a $5k – $6k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hoping you can help me find a great Marquise Diamond for an engagement ring. It needs to be at least 1 ct, and more of a rounded Marquise shape (she finds some too pointy and aggressive in shape), and set in a platinum band. The main priority is getting a great looking, and large stone …

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Q&A: Searching for a Cushion Cut 1.3-1.5 Fancy Yellow Diamond for around $7,000 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hello! Looking for a cushion cut 1.3-1.5 fancy yellow diamond. Have looked through Blue Nile inventory but am confused on light vs fancy vs fancy intense. Is the difference that noticeable? Looking for stone only – Have a designer to put ring together. Thank you. There is a huge difference and I would never recommend …

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Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Pave or Channel Setting with a $9k to $12k Total Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hey, Looking for the best value for my money and wanted to see if you could send me what you think would be the best diamonds. I am looking for a round diamond to go with a yellow gold setting, either channel or pave. I am looking to spend anywhere from 9-12,000 for the entire ring. …

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Q&A: Choosing a 1.2-1.5 Heart-Shaped Diamond for with up to $11,500 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi, I’m looking for a heart shaped diamond for my wife, but it is proving quite difficult as there is limited availability/choice online, would you have any suggestions? I’ve looked on James Allen, Blue Nile and other sites but can not find anything appropriate, maybe I’m being too fussy! I’m looking for the following: L/W: .95-1.05 …

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Q&A: Help Finding an Emerald Cut Diamond for a Platinum Solitaire Setting for Around $10k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

1) Your approximate budget for the diamond: $10,000 2) The color of metal: Platinum 3) The style of the setting: Solitaire https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/solitaire/platinum-3mm-comfort-fit-diamond-solitaire-item-8196?a_aid=dmnd1357 I’m really just looking for the largest stone possible that is eye clean. I have found that a ratio down to 1.3 is acceptable. It is the color that I am having a hard time determining …

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Q&A: Help Picking a 1.25 – 1.5 Ct. Cushion Cut Diamond for a Platinum Baguette Style Ring for Around $10k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Thank you for all the help you site has provided me so far but i am having trouble making the final decision. I am looking for about a 1.25 carat cushion cut diamond that will be set in a platinum baguette style setting. I would like to keep the cost to about 10,000 but could …

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