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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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Hello, I read your article and am looking to get the discount code you mentioned for Blue Nile or James Allen, thanks!! Here is the BN code for $50 off of a purchase over 1k: [contact us for your own unique coupon code]. According to BN, this is the best coupon they are offering right …
Hi there! Firstly thanks for all the great advice on the website… So helpful! I’m currently shopping for an engagement ring, with a budget of around £6000 ($7700). Based on your advice I think I’ve narrowed it down to two rings, just wondered if you’d be able to check them over for me? My main …
Hello, I’ve read your website extensively in preparation for an engagement ring – thanks for all the great information! I have a question about hearts and arrows, or more generally about cut. I notice that when viewing diamonds on a site like James Allen, some have a distinctive, black arrow pattern when face up. Others …
Interested in Blue Nile diamond. I’d be happy to make some recommendations for you, but I need a little more info. What shape diamond are you looking for? 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 …
I am getting a new ring for 40th anniversary. I have been looking at JA website and need help. Here is what I want: – 1.5 Emerald Cut Diamond/rectangular high quality – simple 18ct yellow gold ring with white gold setting Total Budget around $12,000. Thank you and great info on your website! I looked …
Hi, I am looking for a ring between 0.8-1 ct, E-D colour, VVS2, 3x Ex. Any recommendations will be great help. Best. Is there a reason for such high color and clarity grades? Also, can you give me your ballpark figure of what you’re planning to spend? Thanks for your reply. Do you have any …
Hello first and foremost I am glad and very appreciative of finding this site. I am on the hunt to find the perfect diamond and to get the best bang for the buck. I’ve given myself about a 7 grand budget on just the diamond itself (round diamond). I plan on also placing the diamond …
Hello, First I would like to thank you for all the incredibly well written and useful articles on your site! I have learnt a great deal about diamonds from your website. It’s that time in life where I need to purchase an engagement ring and after looking through the traditional stores and not really finding …
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