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, I’ve been on your site for a little while now and I was hoping you could provide some feedback on a diamond that I am interested in purchasing from Blue Nile. Blue Nile LD08080128 Is it a good value? In terms of specs, do you think it’s worth the price? Thank you! I’m not …
First, your website has been extremely helpful for my search. Thank you already on this. However, I’m trying to find a diamond for my wife’s present (Classic Tapered Four Claw Solitaire Engagement Ring setting at Blue Nile) with a cost of 1,000€ for the diamond (0.4-0.5 carat, ideal cut). I’m buying from their UK site …
Hello, Heard about your site via a friend via Art of Charm. I’ve done my reading on your website and was hoping you could give me a second opinion on a couple of stones I’m looking at: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.40-carat-j-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2786679?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.32-carat-j-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2844940?a_aid=dmnd1357 I would prefer to go with the 1.4 carat because I want to maximize the size …
Hi, I’m looking for a set of diamond studs. I’ve picked out 2 different pairs on Blue Nile (per your diamond stud recommendation article). I have emailed Blue Nile asking them if the sets were eye-clean, as there are no images online. Not sure if I read that on your site or elsewhere… The question …
Hi, I was hoping to get a diamond recommendation. My budget is up to $6500. I’m particularly looking at pave bands. Something similar to this: www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/pave/14k-white-gold-pave-rope-engagement-ring-item-52625?a_aid=dmnd1357 So far I like how round look in that style band. I’ve looked through a lot of diamonds and I always am picking only ideal cut. My real question …
Hi, I’m shopping for an engagement ring with a budget of about $10,000 to $11,000. I want to get as close to a 2 carat ring as I can with my budget. I like the following ring from James Allen: PLATINUM BOW-TIE CHANNEL SET DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING SKU:1219P and was considering the following diamond: 1.71 …
We were quoted an excellent cut, 0.80 carat, E, SI2 for $2,995. Is that a fair deal? We are looking for a diamond in the range of 0.70- 0.90 carat, excellent cut, no flourescence, VS1-Sl2, F-I range in color. Our budget is up to $2,000 for the diamond. Thanks! Is the diamond GIA or AGS …
Hi, Thanks for such a great site! I’ve been reading through your articles and reviews and appreciate all the helpful tips. I’m a first time diamond buyer looking for some diamond earrings as a gift. My budget is between $1000-$1500. What would you recommend from James Allen? Thanks! I looked around and I like this …
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