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.
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Hi, can you make a diamond recommendation for a one carat round solitaire platinum ring with a budget of $5K? We were thinking excellent cut, VS2-SI1 clarity & G-J color. We’d also like to go with James Allen. Thank you! Have a look at this diamond: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.12-carat-j-color-vs1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2169961?a_aid=dmnd1357 It’s very well cut, eye-clean and it’s going …
Hi, I am looking for a minimum 2 carat, H-I color, excellent cut grade, and something between SI-1 and VS2 clarity. I believe I’d be looking to spend between $11k and $13k… Am I in the right neighborhood for this? I am looking to mount this on a solitaire white gold ring. Any other advice …
Hi, I’m looking for an engagement ring. I’ve done a little bit of research, and I would like to buy a diamond with these characteristics: Round 0.70 ct. diamond Color: I Clarity: VVS1 Cut: Very Good My budget for the diamond is set under the $2,000. For now, I think my best option would be …
My budget is about 10,000 and my thinking is that should get the best ideal cut within my budget. Thoughts on this approach? I think my girlfriend prefers a cushion cut but I also know she would be really happy with a great looking diamond. I was searching Blue Nile and didn’t find any cushion …
My budget is between 5-6.5k and I would like as near a flawless diamond as possible to the naked eye and around 1 carat (for the center stone –> I am looking for a 3-stone setting). Imperfections that are only visible under a microscope don’t bother me. I had read that cut is the most …
Hi, Could you tell me whether you think either of these diamonds would be eye clean, and if they are good stones in general? Which would you choose? (1) www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.00-carat-d-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2472064?a_aid=dmnd1357 (2) www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.01-carat-d-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2033229?a_aid=dmnd1357 Thanks. I’m afraid that the inclusions on both stones are eye-visible. That’s why I don’t recommend purchasing any of them. At the same …
Thinking about buying an engagement ring online. Blue Nile seems to have the best reviews. Do you agree?? Also is a color J or I still an out color to choose from? Thank you! We have had great experiences with Blue Nile, but choosing the company we recommend always depends on our readers’ specific needs. …
Hi, I’m looking for diamond stud earrings at Blue Nile, James Allen etc. Something in the 1.5ct size and hoping to be in the $3,500-5,000 range, focusing a bit more on cut than clarity/color. It seems that when I’m looking at loose diamonds on James Allen there appear to be a lot of inclusions that …
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