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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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Budget of 32k max. Want to get 3carat or 2.99-ish. Want the diamond to be as perfect as possible and willing to budge a bit on carat depending on advice. What diamond shape are you looking for? Also, what style setting (solitaire, pave/side stones/halo) and metal (yellow/white gold, platinum) would you like to put it …
I am looking for a princess cut diamond, to be set in platinum or white gold. My budget is around $5k, I want a minimum of 1ct center stone, but would prefer bigger if possible. I haven’t 100% decided on the setting, I like the look of the solitaire with baguettes side stones, I also …
Looking for 1.15-1.2ct, H, SI1 or SI2, VG. Budget is $4,700. Princess cut. Any recommendations? 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 diamond (as we explain in our post on color). I’m interested in a …
Good afternoon, I am shopping around for a 1-2 carat pear shape solitaire diamond ring. My budget is at 5K. I prefer it on white gold with the tapered ring look similar to below link. Solitaire Diamond Tapered Engagement Ring With Surprise Diamonds https://www.ritani.com/diamonds/pear-diamond-1-01-Carat-G-color-GIA-certified/D-NQ1H5Y Hope you can help guide me. I checked the 1.01 carat …
Hi! She has a 3.75 size finger, and appreciate a round cushion or halo. I imagine a 1.6ct would suffice for her finger size especially since the band will be pricey. Thinking of spending about $20-25k tops. Better than a color H, VS1, and Ideal cut. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Do I understand it …
Hi – your website is fantastic. I have been helpfully guided by my girlfriend, who sent me screenshots of these rings some time ago: https://www.hattonjewels.com/old_cut_diamond_leaf_shoulder_engagement_ring.html https://www.hattonjewels.com/old_cut_diamond_grain_set_shoulder_engagement_ring.html I was wondering if you had any tips on similar ring designs from James Allen and Blue Nile (or whether there is anything specific I should know). I will …
Hi, I have a budget for the diamond of around 3000£ and I am trying to decide in between these 3 diamonds. I was wondering if you can give me a suggestion: Blue Nile LD10178710 https://www.briangavindiamonds.com/diamonds/diamond-details/0.735-f-vs2-round-diamond-bkags-104094817007?a_aid=y www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.75-carat-f-color-vs2-clarity-true-hearts-cut-sku-4632133?a_aid=dmnd1357&chan=je All have flaws that can be seen from the picture on the websites. But at their actual size …
Hi! I recently went to the diamond district in NY and got quoted a 2.3carat K color VS2 diamond with a yellow gold setting for $17.5k. I was wondering if there was a better deal out there via Blue Nile or other internet sellers. Thanks in advance for your help! What shape of diamond was …
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