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’m starting the search for a great value ring to propose to my girlfriend. I’m looking for something very simple. From my reading on your site and elsewhere I’ve concluded that a solitaire ring with a round diamond (I think that’s the right terminology) is what I’m looking for. My budget is $5,000 but …
Hi Diamond Pro, My boyfriend and I have started looking at diamonds together so he (and I) can better understand what kind of engagement ring I want. My favorite shape, by far, is the oval but I do not like the bow-tie effect (I understand that the bow tie effect is almost inevitable with an …
I’m looking for a cushion cut engagement ring. I prefer the chunky look to the crushed ice look. Thinking about a diamond at least 1.5 carats (although I realize that carat does not necessarily correlate with size) at around $10k max for the stone. I’ve been looking at a few on Blue Nile and was …
I am 80 years old and will be getting remarried in a couple of months. I would like to get a nice ring but am living on a fixed budget and cannot spend too much on a ring. I would like a ring with two large diamonds flanked by two smaller diamonds. These represent my …
Hello! What are your recommended parameters for an oval diamond in regards to cut, color, clarity, diamond table %, etc. Will most likely be looking for .70 to 1.0 carat and in the $3,000 range (or less if possible). I really just want it to look high quality to the naked eye, but not go …
Hi I am in the market for a cushion cut diamond for an engagement right. I am trying to stick around the $8k range for a ring. Thank you so much for your help! Look at this one: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.30-carat-h-color-vvs1-clarity-sku-3632506?a_aid=dmnd1357 It has great specs and will be very brilliant. What do you think? Thanks for the …
Is this a good diamond to purchase from James Allen? www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.72-carat-i-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-4333909?a_aid=dmnd1357 The diamond you selected is great, it’s eye-clean and has nice overall specs. Can you just tell me what style setting you’re using? Different settings suit different diamond colors better. Thanks for the quick follow up and advice. I’m looking at doing the 14K …
Hello, I really appreciate all of the helpful information you provide on your site. Can I please have your thoughts on this oval diamond: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/oval-cut/0.45-carat-e-color-si1-clarity-sku-4667099?a_aid=dmnd1357 Are there any other ovals that are D-F color, eye clean & around .5 carats on James Allen’s website that you would recommend over this one? I plan to set …
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