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:
I have read through your site and figured I would give you a try. I am looking for a cushion cut 1.5 carat. It seems like color F-H and clarity of SI1-SI2 would be my best option. I also have some setting examples that I could share. We were planning on using Diamonds Direct in …
Hello, My boyfriend and I are in the process of looking for an engagement ring. We have been reading articles on your website to learn what we should be looking for. I am leaning toward this setting from James Allen: www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/vintage/14k-white-gold-milgrain-bezel-solitaire-engagement-ring-item-53317?a_aid=dmnd1357 How much do you charge to assist with selecting a diamond? We are finding …
Hello! I’ve been reading quite a bit of your website as I research diamond rings. I’m sure I’ll have more questions as I go forward and will want your advice on specific stones, but for now, my question has more to do with the ring and setting itself. Is this an area in which you …
Hello, I have never purchased any jewelry with a diamond. My girlfriend and I have been looking at engagement rings for over a week, making appointments and feeling frustrated as well as overwhelmed with the sales people. Is it possible to find .6-.7 carat diamond that is G-F in color with VS quality for around …
Hello! Thank you so much for the information you have provided on your website. I have found it extremely helpful in understanding how someone goes about buying an engagement ring and down to earth, something a common reader can easily understand. I’ve just started looking around for an engagement ring for my girlfriend for a …
Hi, I’m looking for a 0.9-1 Ct, round diamond to put into a solitaire 4 prong setting. My budget is under $4k for the diamond if possible? Thanks for your time in advance! What metal are you thinking? While gold/platinum or yellow/rose gold? White gold or platinum. Do you recommend one over another? White gold …
Hi! I would very much appreciate your recommendations for 3 rings at 3 different carat sizes: 1.50, 1.80 and 2.00 on James Allen. I am still undecided about the upper cost limit, but I would like them to be as cost effective as possible. I think my girlfriend would like a larger carat, but I …
Hello, I’ve looked for a bit and am thinking of pulling the trigger. I have a hard time determining the best diamond to pick out. I have the setting I would like to go with. I found it on James Allen (14K White Gold 2mm Knife Edge Solitaire Engagement Ring)… a pretty basic setting but …
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