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’m looking for a diamond ring for around $5,000 including the setting. Round or princess stone. Would you give me some recommendations? Thank you. I’d be happy to make some recommendations for you, but I need a little more info. What style setting (solitaire, pave/side stones/halo) and metal (yellow/white gold, platinum) do you want …
Hi, I was so glad I read your article prior to making my purchase. I was one that was looking in the VVS range afraid of eye-visible inclusions. What worries me now (possibly unnecessarily) is the difference in color. I’ve been looking on James Allen for a few weeks now sifting through many of the …
Looking for a round diamond, white gold solitaire setting. Budget is around $4500 for the diamond. Can you provide a couple of options? I looked around and I like this combination for you: Blue Nile Low Dome Comfort Fit Solitaire Engagement Ring Blue Nile LD08181154 This diamond is beautifully cut, eye-clean and will be very …
Hello, I’m looking for a princess cut diamond for this setting: www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/channel-set/14k-white-gold-thin-channel-set-princess-shaped-diamond-engagement-ring-item-1250?a_aid=dmnd1357 I’m interested in the best value diamond for a 1.0-1.5 carat princess cut with a budget of 4-6k. Thanks so much!! Have a look at these two stones: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.01-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-1133924?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.11-carat-i-color-vvs2-clarity-sku-1839192?a_aid=dmnd1357 They are both very well cut and going to look colorless. The I …
Do you think this would work well in a halo ring, with one outer row of diamonds? Blue Nile LD07984308 The inclusions are at the side so I think can be hidden. My budget is about £7500 for the ring and setting and I am planning to get it set in London (hence being restricted …
Thanks for your awesome website. Now that I’m ready to make a purchase I could really use assistance on picking a round brilliant diamond. Below is the setting I plan on purchasing from James Allen. www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/pave/18k-white-gold-petite-pave-crown-diamond-engagement-ring-item-53159?a_aid=dmnd1357 I would like a diamond in the 1.3-1.5 ct. range. Budget would be around $7500-$8000 for the diamond. Any …
I am looking for diamond advice for a engagement purchase I would like to make soon. I have studied online enough about what is a quality diamond to make me dangerous. I do feel certain (I think) that it must be certified through GIA or other industry leading lab. I’m looking for the best quality …
Hi Diamond Pro! Thank you for the highly informative website that helped me greatly with my engagement purchase decision making! I came across a princess cut diamond on Blue Nile LD06903879, @$3500 – <$4000, it’s within my budget range for a diamond. I’m ready to buy within the week. Ideally, my girlfriend wants a 1 …
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