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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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Looking for carat diamond best value for my budget. I want a halo setting with round 1.00 carat white gold if possible within my budget. I’d like to spend no more than $4500 out the door. If you don’t do settings than $3000 for the round stone. Thanks. I looked around and this is the …
Hello, I am looking for help in purchasing an engagement ring. I have read your site and narrowed down my selection. My price range is 20k-30k. I want a round diamond, true heart. Carat should be between 2.5-3.5. I would like closer to 3.0-3.5 as possible. James Allen has a few that are closer to …
Hello, I’m new to all this but a quick study. My GF and I recently started looking at rings and diamonds. We decided on cushion cut and looked at a few at a local jeweler. One that we liked had this GIA #6245760138. I’ve read some of your articles and it didn’t seem completely “eye …
What do you know or think about Ritani? They use legitimate GIA or AGS certification, they offer a 30-day return policy. If you like any stone on their site, feel free to send me the link. I’ll be happy to comment on it. If you also tell me what style of setting (solitaire, halo, pave …
I’m looking at a diamond that appears to be a steal. It’s SI2 and from what I can tell, it’s mainly due to a chip on the girdle. To me, that’s the perfect defect as it can be hidden by a prong when it’s in a setting. I wanted to get your opinion to see …
My question is does a fancy yellow diamond that is the exact same cut, clarity and carat cost more or less than a regular white diamond? I’m looking for the best possible deal for a 3-5 carat yellow diamond. I found a few online but it seems like there is a big price difference and …
Hi! I have started looking at engagement rings and have found your site very helpful for me as I look for a good valued ring/diamond. I just read over the Color Guide and had a question. I am thinking about getting a rose gold ring with a princess cut diamond, somewhere in the general area …
Good evening. Thank you in advance for accepting my question. We are looking for a diamond 1.75 ct or bigger. Our budget is around $10,000. The band will be 18kt gold, cathedral setting (Tacori). We saw this diamond on Blue Nile and they put it on hold for us: Blue Nile LD08320782 My question being, …
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