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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Hi, I’m looking to purchase an engagement ring and was hoping to see if you had any discounts for Blue Nile. Please let me know at your earliest convenience. 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 …
Hello Diamond Pro, would you be able to give me some advice and let me know if it is realistic to find a round brilliant diamond 1.5-2 carats, SI1-VS1 clarity (or higher), G/H color (or higher), triple EX cut with medium-strong blue fluorescence for $10,000-$13,000? If not, what price range would I be looking at? …
Hi there. I’m a Canadian looking for my forever oval diamond. You have specific buying tips for other shapes but not ovals. What do you recommend for the 4Cs for this shape? It would be set in 14k white gold. I’m looking for best bang for buck for 1 carat. Is it worth buying online …
Hi, I read your review of James Allen, it was very helpful. I’m looking for a princess cut diamond that has an ideal cut, G colour, clarity SI2 and a max budget of AUS$ 5500 not including the setting. I had a look at the diamonds they had but my issue is how do I …
Can you give me an estimate in AU$ price that one should expect to pay for a: 2.01 carat E/F colour SI1 XXX faint flourescence and 2.01 carat E/F colour VS1 XXX faint Fluorescence Thank you. Do the diamonds have a legitimate certificate (GIA or AGS)? If so, can you send me their number? I …
Hi. I am looking for a round diamond for a yellow gold ring. I am quite flexible on the specs but the diamond must not have visible defects. I am looking for the largest possible diamond to max USD 2000 including tax/shipping and all other costs to Northern Europe (Denmark). This request is a non …
HI, I’m looking for a diamond ring for my wife. First of all, thank you for all the information on your website, very educational. She likes something around 2 carat or higher, good quality, colorless, like G, and clarity around vvs1-vs1, perfect cut. platinum ring size 5.5. Would you please make suggestions? My budget is …
Hello, looking for a round diamond. Looking at this setting: www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/solitaire/platinum-tapered-six-prong-diamond-engagement-ring-item-50011?a_aid=dmnd1357 And these diamonds: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.81-carat-i-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2382054?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.80-carat-i-color-i1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2193817?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.75-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2383417?a_aid=dmnd1357 The information on your site is very informative but there’s just too much to absorb. Your help will be much appreciated. Thanks. I’m afraid that the black inclusion right on the table of the VS2 stone is going to …
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