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’ve picked a ring and setting at Blue Nile. Can you review the stone and/or recommend a better one for value/clean eye? $ can stay similar ok going larger size lol. I am in Canada so duty free is important for cost. Thanks! Blue Nile LD12764767 Petite Roped Cathedral Diamond Engagement Ring Unfortunately, the …
Hi, My boyfriend and I are shopping around for my engagement ring. We met with a local diamond wholesaler yesterday but I feel I can find a better stone within our budget online. This is what I’ve been searching for online on sites such as James Allen. Budget: 5,000 max Type: rectangular radiant Carat: .90+ …
Hello, I read your article about clarity and how sometimes diamonds of poor clarity have flaws that technically make them I1/S2 etc. but aesthetically have a negligible impact while also affording a significant reduction. With this in mind, I have found 2 diamonds that I believe are good candidates but would like some expert advice …
Hi there, which one of these is best: Blue Nile LD12168318-LD12611127 Blue Nile LD12168292-LD12611127 Blue Nile LD11111875-LD12168318 I wouldn’t go with any one of those pairs. They all are SI2 clarity with a cloud mentioned in the first place which usually indicates a cloudy look. How about going with the following pair? Blue Nile LD12437661 …
Good afternoon, I would like to know if one of your diamond experts would mind reviewing the following Brian Gavin H&A Cushion diamond I have selected and sharing your thoughts and/or any advice. www.briangavindiamonds.com/diamonds/diamond-details/1.011-f-vs2-cushion-diamond-ags-104103470001?a_aid=y My diamond search specifications are as follows: Shape: Cushion Cut: AGS Ideal Color: F or better Clarity: VS2 or better Carat: …
Can you help me evaluate a couple of diamonds? www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/4.40-carat-i-color-vs1-clarity-sku-3272194?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/4.01-carat-e-color-vs2-clarity-sku-997800?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/4.02-carat-i-color-vvs2-clarity-sku-2371657?a_aid=dmnd1357 What style setting (solitaire, pave/side stone, halo) and metal (yellow/white gold, platinum) do you have in mind? I can see that two of those diamonds are I colors, which indicates yellow gold. Am I right? The two GIA I color cushions look good. …
Hello, I’m looking to purchase a diamond online. My local store showed me some diamonds and quite frankly, I wasn’t too impressed. Maybe I’m foolish but they’re offering 0.70 SI2, I, VG cut for $4,275 Canadian. There was a dark inclusion right over the table. Anyway, I am looking for 0.70 to mount on a …
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/2.01-carat-h-color-si1-clarity-sku-6406211?a_aid=dmnd1357 The diamond is nicely cut, but it has a pretty large cavity there which would be a huge issue. What style setting (solitaire, pave/side stone, halo) and metal (yellow/white gold, platinum) are you planning to put it in? I am looking at upgrading my wife’s diamond from 10 years ago. Her current stone is …
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.01-carat-g-color-si1-clarity-sku-1028470?a_aid=dmnd1357 Unfortunately, that’s not a good diamond. There is a huge knot in the middle of the table that would cause a massive problem with brilliance. These two looks better: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.00-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-sku-7423032?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.01-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-sku-7482298?a_aid=dmnd1357 What style setting (solitaire, pave/side stone, halo) and metal (yellow/white gold, platinum) are you going to put it in? I plan on a …
Please review this for me. I\’m looking to see if this is a good buy. They are a gift for my wife\’s 60th birthday. www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.45-carat-g-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-6089042?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.42-carat-g-color-vs1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-6637551?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.37-carat-g-color-vs1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-7004092?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.37-carat-g-color-vs1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-7035674?a_aid=dmnd1357 I would also appreciate your thoughts on 4 prong basket setting versus a 3 prong martini setting. I think I prefer the three prong but have read …
Annie and Mike, Resident Diamond Experts
We are a team of diamond experts who will teach you to identify scams and avoid spending money on features you can't see. Tell us as much information as possible to help us help you (ie, budget, preferences, etc)
DISCLAIMER: We don't use your email for marketing. Period.
Here is your coupon code: GFDSF3GF
