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.
Use the filter below to find Q&As relevant to your diamond search:
I’d like a suggestion for for the “prettiest” diamond I can buy for $2000. Also, how much should I expect to pay for a titanium mount, 14 carat gold ring and mounting? What shape diamond are you interested in? And what style setting (solitaire, pave/side stones/halo)? As for the titanium mountings, you will have to …
Second marriage. I love the marquise cut with platinum setting and would like the ring to serve engagement and wedding purposes or could include a band. Want elegance for size 8 musician’s hands. Budget 7500. I have been reading your site and researching the JA site for weeks, rather overwhelming. Thanks. I found this diamond …
Hi, I’m looking to purchase an engagement ring online without getting ripped off and I don’t want the commercial rip off from a large name jewelry chain. I live in Australia. Thanks! I understand your concerns and I’ll be happy to help you with the search. Can you tell me what style of setting (solitaire, …
Hello! I was just starting to shop for a engagement ring and wouldn’t mind some help finding the right diamond. I’m in the market to get a stone between 1.00-1.20 carats, the highest cut quality (I understand that this translates into brilliance and fire), and one that is completely eye clean. I’d also prefer a …
Thank you for a very informative and interesting website. What is your opinion on the website www.since1910.com? I have been on their website several times and the reviews seem to be very good regarding it. My fiancee would like a Tacori engagement ring and the prices seem competitive and cheaper than retail. What is your …
Hi, after reviewing your site (hugely helpful), I’d like your help selecting a loose diamond as an engagement ring replacement (I’ll follow up with setting later). I’d like to be around 1.4 carats (social norm range around us) or a similar size if there is a price break-point. I’d like an excellent/ideal cut, valuing this …
Hi. I’m struggling to choose between 4 yellow diamonds. 2 are on the Leibish site and 2 are on James Allen site. One on James Allen is probably actually too expensive so can be ruled out, but it is nice… Are you able to help me choose the best of the 4? I’d be happy …
Hello, my boyfriend and I have been ring shopping for the past few weeks. I was hoping you could help us find what we are looking for – 1.5-2 ct oval diamond. No super obvious black inclusions – preferably none visible to the naked eye unless they are off to the side or incredibly small, color …
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