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:
Hi, I’m looking to buy a white gold pave engagement ring. I’ve been looking on the Blue Nile site. The top of my budget is £2400 for the diamond. have found the attached: Blue Nile LD09371582 Blue Nile LD09203320 Blue Nile LD10040032 This is the setting we were thinking about to go with the diamond …
Hi there, I came across your site via one of your reviews of an online store recently so was hoping for some help. Since looking at your site, I’ve seen Blue Nile seems much better value than what I’ve found on the high street with what I have priced up so far. So would be …
Hi there! I have to thank you – the website is very helpful in such a confusing and important purchase. I am planning to buy a yellow gold ring in a diamond budget of $1550 (not including the ring). I saw this one online and would like to know your opinion on it: Blue Nile …
Hi can you please advise me on this marquise stone www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/marquise-cut/1.05-carat-k-color-si2-clarity-sku-4443308?a_aid=dmnd1357 I’m looking for something to set in a custom halo ring in either yellow or rose gold. Diamond size needs to be around a minimum of 10.5 x 5.5 but bigger is good. Budget is tight at no more than £1,900 GBP. Thanks for …
I am looking for an oval cut diamond (2+ carat) and would like some advice on sourcing. Can you also tell me what your approximate budget is? Then I’ll be happy to send you my suggestion. I would like to stay below $25,000 for the diamond. I plan on setting the diamond in a 14k …
Hello. I’m looking for a 2 carat diamond, with the best cut, and best color, for around $12,000. Thanks in advance! Can you also tell me what style of setting (solitaire, halo, pave or other), metal (white or yellow gold) and shape of diamond you’re looking for? Thank you very much for the response. I’m …
Hi there. This is what I want: I want the engagement ring to have 1 emerald center stone, at roughly 1.5 carats. I’d like 1 little baguette stone on each side of the center stone. The rest of the ring can just be a high polished. I don’t need diamonds going all the way around …
Hello. I am lucky enough to purchase an engagement ring. While I know the arguments against, I do want to make her dream come true with a round solitaire diamond. Carat size of 2.3-2.5 and needs to sparkle like fire. Despite all my reading and research, I still feel like I am an amateur facing …
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