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 am looking for a diamond engagement ring and have been looking on Blue Nile and James Allen, and could use some help in making sure I get an eye clean, sparkling diamond at the best value. I am looking for a round cut diamond in a pave white gold setting. Please let me …
I’m looking for a quality budget diamond to buy loose for an engagement ring. I was looking on Blue Nile but I didn’t like taking a chance on a diamond there. James Allen is awesome but I’m not exactly sure what I’m looking at half the time. I would like a radiant cut diamond in …
Hi Diamond Pros. I was looking for a diamond www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.01-carat-h-color-si1-clarity-sku-2201084?a_aid=dmnd1357 and maybe this setting www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/pave/14k-white-gold-petite-pave-engagement-ring-flush-fit-item-56252?a_aid=dmnd1357 What do you all think? Thank you very much in advance. We don’t recommend a diamond with IGI certification. You can choose a stone with a GIA or AGS cert instead (these are legitimate laboratories): https://www.diamonds.pro/education/igi/. Also the inclusion is eye-visible. …
I went to Robbins Brothers today and saw a ring (diamond) that I liked, I put a deposit on it, however now I am having second thoughts, because I saw rings with the same characteristics (1.7 carat, J color, SI1) for a lot less on Bluenile.com, do you recommend purchasing the diamond from Blue Nile? …
Dear Diamond Pro, While researching diamonds, the 4Cs, and everything around an engagement ring I found your informative and helpful website. Each different article gives me a better understanding what to watch out for when buying a diamond. I’m looking for an Asscher cut diamond that will be set into a pavé setting. My maximum …
Hi! I’m looking for a diamond ring under $5,000. I’d like a white gold setting (preferably Halo), with the best cut, clarity and color possible (in that order of importance, I understand that that’s how I should prioritize the search – please correct me if I’m wrong). Can you please help me out? You are …
Hello, How about when it comes to color? I want an extra size for less clarity, I’m okay with that. But how about when it comes to color? I’m having a hard time choosing the perfect ring for my future fiancé. So at this point, any advice will be really appreciated. Here’s a few specs- …
Hi, I’m having trouble on picking a diamond and color and ring material. My total budget for the engagement ring is $8000. I’m equally torn between these two ring settings: www.briangavindiamonds.com/engagement-rings/solitaire/daphne-sholdt-palladium-6674pa&a_aid=y and www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/pave/14k-rose-gold-pave-twist-white-diamond-engagement-ring-item-52717?a_aid=dmnd1357. I’m not really certain which material I should go for, or what type of diamond I should get to go with. I’ve read …
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