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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Good morning, I have question regarding diamond’s colour. I’ve read on your website that colour of the diamond (round shape) when ring setting is gold could be with index I or even K because diamond can absorb yellow colour from the ring and in that case became more yellowish so there is no point to …
Hi, Thanks for the very helpful information on your site. I am interested in buying my wife a larger pair of diamond studs. Here previous pair were a total weight of ~0.75 and were purchased from Tiffany’s. I am certain I can get a better deal for larger diamonds elsewhere and have enjoyed looking at …
I was hoping you guys could give me your opinions on a few of the diamonds I have been looking at. The diamond will be going in a yellow gold pave setting. If all of these diamonds would be unsatisfactory in your opinion, then I would appreciate your suggestions. Budget for the diamond is around …
Good evening! Shopping for an engagement ring from Canada. Looking on Blue Nile and James Allen. Have done a bit of research on many sites but enjoyed all the details that you have! However, still a little lost lol. I thought I figured out the cut, color, and clarity. Then I just learnt about fluorescent …
I’m currently in the process of buying an engagement ring. I listened to you on the podcast the Art of Charm! I wanted to reach out for you help in picking the right diamond while avoiding the shady jelewers. Budget for the stone: $10-12k 1.8-2cts Round diamond I’d be happy to make some specific recommendations …
Hello, My soon to be fiancee and I are looking for a 3 carat diamond budget is up to $35000 although we would love to stay around $30000 if possible. We will know if the budget can increase or not in the next two weeks. I understand the 4 C’s. I do want brilliance but …
Good afternoon. How does a radiant diamond color H or I look in a rose gold setting? The diamond will be around a 1.8-2.1 carat. Keeping the clarity VS1 or better. Thank you for your time. An H-color radiant cut diamond looks great in any setting you put it into. I color is still fine …
Please assist with identifying an eye-clear pair of diamonds for stud earrings at either Blue Nile or James Allen. Specs: 1 ct/ea = 2 total carat Platinum 4-prong settings Ideal cut D-F color, G? SI2 clarity Budget = $8,000-$10,000 total. Please also advise regarding approx. $1500 price difference between Blue Nile’s GIA vs. James Allen …
Did I get ripped off? I’m so worried I thought it was GIA certified and realized after I bought it that GSI is different. 0.32k H color SI2 Ideal cut For 1,300. Did I get ripped off? I’m freaking out, it’s custom and I don’t know if I’m too late to cancel it. Can you …
Hello! These are all on James Allen, which one of the 4 do you think is best? Thank you! https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/pear-shaped/0.52-carat-f-color-vs2-clarity-sku-1857928?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/pear-shaped/0.52-carat-e-color-vs1-clarity-sku-4683464?&a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/pear-shaped/0.58-carat-g-color-vs1-clarity-sku-6168856?&a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/pear-shaped/0.51-carat-f-color-vs2-clarity-sku-6971407?&a_aid=dmnd1357 The only diamond I like is this one: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/pear-shaped/0.52-carat-f-color-vs2-clarity-sku-1857928?a_aid=dmnd1357 It’s a great option and you should go with it. The other ones had medium or strong fluorescence which is too strong for …
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