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 am buying an engagement ring with a cushion shape diamond in a pave style ring. I’ve read all the information on your site and have made a selection on Blue Nile. I’m looking for some advice on my diamond selection to be sure I have a good choice. I selected two similar diamonds. …
Good afternoon. I’m looking to buy an engagement ring and I’m struggling to choose a diamond. My budget is around £4,000 GBP for the whole ring. I know I want the setting to be in platinum, with pave or side stones. The diamond shape ideally would be round, but I would change the shape if …
Greetings Diamonds Pro Team, I came across your site while looking into an engagement ring purchase for my girlfriend and was hoping you could assist! I’ve decided that I’d like to use James Allen after so poor experiences at local jewelers… She likes the side stone style setting, and I’m hoping you can help me …
Hi there, A friend of mine passed your email on to me. I am currently looking at a stone at Perry’s Emporium, a local jewelry store. I originally found this stone on Blue Nile and magically they got it in store. It is a 1.40 / VS2 / F / Ideal for $9,400. I am …
I am looking to buy a diamond for my wife. It will be a gift for our anniversary. I would like to get it about a week in advance so if she doesn’t like it we can exchange it. She may want a bigger diamond for the same money. I am leaning towards a D …
Shopping for round diamond, solitaire. Thinking +/- 2 carats, but flexible. Looking to keep in neighborhood of $20,000. Looking for advice as to getting the biggest wow factor at that price. Thanks. For a simple solitaire setting (no additional diamonds in the band), I’d recommend a J-color center stone. This way you can maximize size …
Hi, I’ve found the “education” articles on your sight really helpful while looking for a diamond engagement ring and wanted to check a couple of things with you before I order. Basically, I am looking for a 3-stone ring. I’m looking for 1x roughly 0.8-0.85ct for the centre and 2xroughly 0.65ct for the sides, both …
Good morning, I found a channel setting on Blue Nile and it states the side diamonds are an (I) color. You stated it’s best to have the side diamonds match the center diamond in color but I’m not sure if that is only if side channels are higher color grade. If the side diamonds are …
Hello, I am looking to purchase a pear shaped diamond engagement ring. I prefer the financing options on Blue Nile so have been searching on that site along with James Allen. However, I do not think I will be able to pay the full balance in 6 months as it is a significant purchase. I …
Hello! Your site is a wonderful resource; thank you for being so generous with your knowledge. It’s helped me narrow down what I’m looking for in a ring. I’m looking to get a radiant cut diamond and am working with a budget of $8,000 (including a wedding band, the cost of which will depend on …
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