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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I’m seeking some help in selecting a diamond from Blue Nile. I have already found the setting that my girlfriend loves from BN but I want to ensure that I get the best stone. She loves a rose gold antique style setting they have. I’m looking for a pear shaped diamond for this ring. If …
Hi – So overtime I search diamonds and rings for my girl, I end up on your site! Super informative – maybe even too much info if I read everything! But I have managed to dial in on a few diamonds – I believe I linked to them all thru you … I am looking …
We are looking for about 2 ct, square shape diamond (either princess, cushion, radiant, or emerald ) with either Solitare, Pave, or Halo setting. And also the ring needs to be well- matched my 1ct full eternity diamond ring. As you recommend in this article (https://www.diamonds.pro/education/2-carat-diamond-ring/), my priority is 1.diamond cut 2. Clarity. I am …
Hi, I’m looking for a round or cushion cut under AUD $10000. 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 to use? This may affect the colors that I recommend for the center …
Hello, I’m interested in getting some diamond stud earrings for my wife. She went to the mall to try on some as we weren’t sure about size and she said that the 1ct in each ear was about right. She was not sure of the depth of the cut, however. I like your advice regarding …
Hi – I’m buying a diamond for my partner and can’t believe how much cheaper the diamonds at Blue Nile are in comparison to the wholesaler I was going to go through. Is there a catch? I’m concerned that the stone they send me won’t be legit and being a layman I won’t know the …
I have a great oval halo setting. just need an oval diamond. I want the diamond to be as colorless as possible. My budget is around $15K. I found the diamond below from Blue Nile but can’t tell where the inclusion is. Can you assist? Blue Nile LD10580414 Any assistance is much appreciated! There’s one …
Hi, I am planning on purchasing an engagement ring on Blue Nile after liking the look of an emerald cut diamond 1.01ct D SI1 in a high street store. I have a budget around £5000 and looked at a few different VS1/VVS2 options, can you help me decide which emerald diamond is cut better in …
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. …
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