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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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A fan of you webpage. Can stop using the try it on section! Sooo the time to choose the one is coming. Budget 4,000 including the setting. I’m between a solitaire ($357) and a pave setting ($714). I love the pave but the solitaire is less expensive. Based on todays diamonds availability I am down …
Hi, I am looking for a round brilliant diamond for an engagement ring. I am planning to set it on a French Pave style Platinum ring. My budget for the diamond is between $11k to $14k and looking for anything above 1.5 ct. but prefer 1.65 ct. or higher. I am not sure if I want …
Hello, I’m looking to buy a heart shaped diamond solitaire ring. I’m in the UK (London), but am happy to buy online from James Allen. It seems that due to the relative rarity of the heart shaped stones, I’ll get a better selection online. Size: I was originally looking to buy around 0.3 carat but have …
Thanks for creating this awesome website. I am looking for a 1.3 ct (at least) diamond within $6000 range. My total budget is $7000. I am not able to figure out what are best combinations of cut, color & clarity within this price range. It would be really helpful if you can suggest me something. …
I am seeking to buy an engagement ring. My budget is $8,000 Cdn including the setting and fees and taxes. I’m interested in a round shaped diamond with the best cut possible for my budget, with a classic solitaire setting with 4 or 6 claws. I measured my partners ring size (by covertly taking other …
I’m looking for a pair of diamond earrings, preferably on a platinum or 18k white gold with lever back style. I guess 0.5 total carat weight would be about the right size for my ears. I want to use the earrings on daily basis, but I want them to still have premium quality. My budget …
I’ve been enjoying reading your site. I am in the market for a 2.0-2.5 carat round diamond. My max budget is $27k. I want to prioritize brilliance/cut, but want something that is eye clean. I have been eyeing f-h, VS1-SI1 ideal/excellent cut diamonds. I’ve been looking on James Allen and am having a tough time …
I wanted to get your thoughts on the two diamonds below. My primary concern is whether a K color diamond will look good in a platinum solitaire setting? If not would it be worth paying more for a J or I? www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/2.03-carat-k-color-vs1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-825990?a_aid=dmnd1357&chan=x www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/2.01-carat-k-color-vs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-1080620?a_aid=dmnd1357&chan=x Thank you so much. Both of the diamonds you sent me are …
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