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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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I’m looking for a well cut, eye clean, round brilliant diamond for a white gold solitaire pendant necklace. My budget is $1200 for the diamond alone. I’m looking for something in the H/I/J color and SI clarity range (and am open to advice on a different parameters). Because the pendant design is from James Allen, …
Hi there, I’m entering a space I’m not very educated about. I think I have found a loose diamond I like (from Blue Nile) and it’s a 2.31 carat vs1, H, very good cut. But the cost is outrageous. I’m wondering if it makes sense to purchase via Blue Nile or if you have other …
Hi there, I have a question on diamond certification. I came across this band on the Ritani website: www.ritani.com/wedding-rings/women-s-round-cut-diamond-prong-set-eternity-band-in-platinum/17419 I got in touch with customer service to ask whether they could customize it with better color/clarity diamond, and they said they can do it and can also do certified diamonds. They told me the band …
Hi there! I’m considering buying a stone from Blue Nile and would love a coupon code if you have it. I’m happy to send you this unique coupon code that gives you $100 off of your order: [contact us for your own unique coupon code] Let me know if you need any help with the …
Hello, I am contacting you to see if you still have any remaining Blue Nile coupon codes. Thanks! We do. Her you go: [contact us for your own unique coupon code] Enjoy! Thank you for your response. I have a quick question. I have read your posts about online diamond shopping. Below are 2 diamonds …
Hi, I’m looking for a round diamond over 1 carat for an engagement ring. I would love perfect cut, better than J color, and inclusion invisible to the naked eye, size the larger the better. I have $9,000 budget for the stone. Looking forward! Thank you! Can you also tell me what style of setting …
Buying an engagement ring is not my specialty. I’m clueless to this process. A couple questions I have: Which of these 2 rings do you suggest ? And white gold or platinum? Blue Nile Studio Petite French Pavé Crown Diamond Engagement Ring www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/pave/18k-white-gold-petite-pave-crown-diamond-engagement-ring-item-53159?a_aid=dmnd1357 Is it possible to get a 1.5 carat clean round brilliant on …
I’m looking at a possible Blue Nile purchase. What type of discount is offered with a code? Here is the code for $100 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 now. I hope it helps. Let …
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