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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 am looking for a solitaire 1.5-2.0 carat round cut diamond. Which one would you recommend for most value? I’d be happy to make some recommendations for you, but I need a little more info. Can you give me your ballpark figure of what you’re planning to spend? Then I’ll be able to help you …
I am looking to upgrade my .24 ct diamond solitaire yellow gold engagement ring. The budget was initially $1000 and I found #2329330 at James Allen. For a little more I found #2434183. Then I found #2329330 and loved it. My ring is a size 4, so I don’t want to go any larger. Which …
Hello. I was interested in a diamond a couple of years ago with my girlfriend but we hit a rocky patch… We’re over that now! I want to get her a lovely engagement ring. I’m a little naive though, so would appreciate your expertise in getting a good deal that she is going to be …
You previously assisted with locating some diamond earrings, could you help again with an engagement ring please? Thanks in advance. Can you tell me what shape diamond, style setting (solitaire, pave/side stones, halo) and metal (yellow gold, white gold, platinum) are you looking for? Also, what is your ballpark budget? I was thinking that it …
I’m not sure how this works but I just thought I’d send an email. I’m living in the UK looking to buy an engagement ring. I came across James Allen and it sounds like that’s the place to get a diamond on the internet. I’m looking at something quite small, between 0.4-0.6 carat. The main …
Hello, I was a hair’s breadth away from purchasing an engagement ring from Ritani until I read your “Ritani Review” article. I had no idea about the existence of Blue Nile and James Allen, and after spending days creating what I thought was the perfect ring on Ritani, I came upon your article and am …
I’m considering buying this engagement ring from James Allen: www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/three-stone/18k-white-gold-marquise-shape-three-stone-ring-item-59173?a_aid=dmnd1357 I would really appreciate your help in finding the best value, eye clean round cut diamond to go with it. I’m trying to find the biggest carat diamond I can get without compromising on appearance. My max budget is about $2500, which leaves me about …
First, thank you so much for creating this website and sharing your insightful reviews. They have been tremendously helpful. I am currently in the market for an engagement ring, and I have been gathering whatever educational information I can gather from online. After reading your review for Blue Nile and James Allen, I am definitely …
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