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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Hello, I am seeking advice in relation to selecting a diamond for a particular engagement ring setting on James Allen. The type of diamond I am looking for is a round, 1.2-1.35 carat, H colour, SI 1, excellent cut diamond, although I’d be open to compromising based on your advice. My budget for the diamond …
I am looking for a round diamond to have set in a platinum bezel setting: www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/tension/platinum-bezel-set-diamond-engagement-ring-item-53652?a_aid=dmnd1357 The closer I could stay to $1000 for the diamond, the better, but I could probably stretch the budget a bit if I needed to. Do you have any diamonds you would recommend for this setting? I’d go with …
Hi there, Thank you for your wonderful site and all the information provided on it. I’m hoping you might be able to assist me. After 7 years together my partner has finally worn me down and so I have found myself spending far too much time trawling diamond retailers. My partner is adamant she wants …
Hi, I’ve previously used this website before to look at BlueNile rings/diamonds but I’ve just found a setting at Ritani that I love and wanted to get your advice on a diamond. The setting on Ritani has SKU: 1PCZ2490CR14wg and the diamond I’ve currently selected is SKU: D-J7MNQ8. I wanted to know your thoughts on …
Hi, I’m looking for a diamond for an engagement ring. My budget is around AUD$2,000. I am after an eye clean diamond, around 0.7 carat minimum, and as good a cut as possible (excellent). I am not sure how to spot an eye clean diamond on the James Allen website. Thanks! Can you also tell …
Hello; Looking at the following ring: https://www.jamesallen.com/complete-ring/ What do you think? Is this good value? Wanting to go with a cushion cut in a platinum setting. Don’t want halo setting, but open to other ideas. Kind of like the tapered baguette… Any help is greatly appreciated! Thanks! Can you send me the links to the …
We are literally ready to move forward on this ring TODAY if the experts (you all!) say it’s a good deal 🙂 3.03 cushion modified brilliant diamond — L color, VS2 clarity with excellent polish, very good symmetry and no fluorescence (8.38 X 7.64 X 5.30 mm). Already set in a white gold band with …
Got your email from my brother in law who you helped with the buying of a diamond for his now wife’s engagement ring. I am beginning my process and would like some help as looking for stones online can be a bit hard. I believe I have most answers on what I am looking for …
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