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:
Hello, I have been researching diamonds for the last month or so and was under the assumption I needed very small inclusions or higher until I read your article. I would love some additional advice on finding a diamond. I am hoping to get a white gold pave solitaire setting with a >1 carrat stone. …
I could really use some advice. I am divorced for a few years now from a woman I was married to for a long time. She is the mother of my children, I have a good relationship with her and will always love her. 10 years into our marriage, when I could afford it, I …
Hi, first thank you for your help. As I was reading through the info admittedly it became somewhat overwhelming. You mentioned somewhere on the page that you could recommend some diamonds based on a few things. My budget I’m looking at $5-6000, possibly more. My girlfriend has mentioned liking cushion cut and princess diamond cut …
I have been looking online for a loose diamond to mount for an engagement ring. I have three narrowed down, all from Blue Nile. Upon cursory review, and given my marginal understanding of diamonds in general, they are all reasonable picks. However, I do not have the technical understanding to delineate between the nuances among …
Hi. I´m writing you to get your professional opinion in my scenarios. I am getting married this summer and looking for a ring. I live in Sweden and I am not sure if to buy the ring here or not. I found a ring at James Allen, a channel set ring and then I want …
Hi, I’m looking to buy a platinum ring with an emerald centre and two tapered baguettes as side stones: www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/side-stones/platinum-tapered-baguette-diamond-engagement-ring-item-1206?a_aid=dmnd1357 Having read your website I picked out this stone: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/1.41-carat-h-color-si1-clarity-sku-2043811?a_aid=dmnd1357 It seems by far the best value for money for the kind of size, and to me it appears pretty much eye-clean despite being SI1. …
Hello, I am looking to purchase a diamond engagement ring soon. I’m certain that I want to purchase through James Allen and I have a few rings narrowed done but I need help to find the right diamond and at the right price. Thanks. I’d be happy to make some recommendations for you, but I …
Do you make recommendations for Brilliant Earth? I found a setting there that I love, but I can’t decide on a diamond. Thanks. Brilliant Earth is priced significantly higher than their competitors. They make several claims about offering added value over their competitors (most notably their “beyond conflict-free” pledge). We have not yet been able …
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