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 am looking for a round diamond for a “vintage” (engravings on the sides) solitaire 14k yellow gold setting. I’d like the max budget for the diamond to be around 10k dollars, but anything below that would be great! For the specs the cut would have to be ideal and the clarity eye-clean (as …
Can you help me with my selection from Blue Nile? Sure! What exactly are you looking for? Thank you for helping me. I am looking for a round cut. A large centre stone with either engraved white gold…or diamonds set in the white gold band….not little chips but diamonds much smaller than the main one. …
Hello! I appreciated reading your article and was curious if you could please help me choose between a few diamonds. Blue Nile LD07088951 Blue Nile LD09058220 Blue Nile LD10006588 She wants a thin and simple band like the one here: Petite Solitaire Engagement Ring Would you recommend these? There is so much to look at …
My partner is looking to buy me an engagement ring. He is looking for a round 0.90 ct size. Can you please advise what should be the proportions ie table, depth, width that the diamond should be in order to receive the best possible impact of sparkle and value. Thank you for your help. I’d …
Hi, I’m looking to buy a diamond engagement ring. I see you folks recommend Blue Nile, are there any other good online retailers you could recommend for UK buyers for comparison? I probably only have up to around £1,250 for diamond and ring, the best deal I could find to balance price, size and quality …
Hi, I’ve had a good read around various sites and you’re advice seems much different. I saw a lady today local to me who was pushing D-E colour, excellent cut etc, saying to go small, so very different! The question is I’, looking for a diamond for an engagement ring, so no real desire (or …
Hi, I need help finding a square radiant cut diamond without the bow tie… I love the crushed ice look… and only have a budget of £1,600 -£2000. I don’t need it to have the top specs just eye clean and beautiful. Pleaseee help I’m so confused with all these choices on Blue Nile (I’m …
Hello I currently see a diamond on People Jewellerer’s website as link below: https://www.peoplesjewellers.com/050-ct-certified-diamond-solitaire-crown-royal-pendant-14k-gold-ji3/p/V-14824700 The diamond price is CND $1,499 + 13% tax. The site is having 10% sale as well. The color and clarity advertise is J/I3. This diamond comes with a certificate from GS Laboratories. The certificate number is GSL1150950. On the certificate, …
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