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:
Hi there! I stumbled upon your website and have learned so much. The knowledge I have gathered has allowed me to drop my budget on the ring and get it sooner so that I can propose. I have a couple of questions. First off, I have selected a ring from jamesallen.com and would love to …
Hi there! I stumbled upon your website and have learned so much. The knowledge I have gathered has allowed me to drop my budget on the ring and get it sooner so that I can propose. I have a couple of questions. First off, I have selected a ring from jamesallen.com: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/solitaire/18k-white-gold-diamond-studded-bezel-solitaire-item-7849?a_aid=dmnd1357 Also I would …
I plan on proposing soon and was wondering what you thought of this diamond? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.01-carat-j-color-vs2-clarity-very-good-cut-sku-245569?a_aid=dmnd1357 I’m looking in the $4,000 – $4,500 range for a round diamond to go in a 14k white gold setting. I think you got too caught up in the ‘weight’ of the diamond. The one you selected is …
1) Your approximate budget for the diamond: $10,000 2) The color of metal: Platinum 3) The style of the setting: Solitaire https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/solitaire/platinum-3mm-comfort-fit-diamond-solitaire-item-8196?a_aid=dmnd1357 I’m really just looking for the largest stone possible that is eye clean. I have found that a ratio down to 1.3 is acceptable. It is the color that I am having a hard time determining …
Hey, I was wondering if you could help me find a cushion cut diamond with a maximum budget of $5000. It is going to be set in this ring here: http://www.loveaffairdiamonds.com/the-kylie-halo/ If you find a diamond which is cheaper and you think I should be getting it then I’d be happy ! Ps. Love your site! …
Hi, I am hoping you can help steer me in the right direction. I have been looking at the James Allen diamonds trying to find something within my budget of $5,000-6,000 but they are all starting to blur together! My girlfriend has expressed a preference for a round solitaire set in yellow gold in the 1 …
Thanks for developing this forum, it has been a great source of information, and prevented me from probably making some big mistakes! I am shopping for two identical rings. The settings will be white gold with pave settings. We haven’t chosen the exact settings yet, but will be similar to Blue Nile Petite Pavé Diamond …
Thank you for all the help you site has provided me so far but i am having trouble making the final decision. I am looking for about a 1.25 carat cushion cut diamond that will be set in a platinum baguette style setting. I would like to keep the cost to about 10,000 but could …
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