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’m looking to get a 1.5ct Asscher cut diamond to go with a platinum pave style ring. My budget for everything is 20-22K (really prefer to keep it at 20K if possible). Can you give me any recommendations? Thanks! You can easily be under that price. www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/asscher-cut/1.71-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-245302?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/asscher-cut/1.74-carat-h-color-vvs2-clarity-sku-242739?a_aid=dmnd1357 These are both fantastic choices that are larger …
Hello, I’ve been following your web site a while and trust your judgment on diamonds. Here is the ring I choose for my loved one: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/channel-set/platinum-engraved-channel-set-round-shaped-diamond-engagement-ring-item-779?a_aid=dmnd1357. I would like to ask you for support finding a round diamond: budget 5-6k; excellent cut; G-VS2; eye-clean that is fitting the ring and best value for money. Thanks for …
Hello, I am looking for a diamond engagement ring on james allen that has the following characteristics: 0.76 – 1 CT center stone weight white gold 14 k band colour j-h-k clarity si2, si1, i something similar to either: https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.98-carat-j-color-si1-clarity-sku-257836?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.84-carat-j-color-i1-clarity-good-cut-sku-176512?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/halo/14k-white-gold-pave-halo-and-shank-diamond-engagement-ring-round-center-item-17445?a_aid=dmnd1357 Halo setting budget is 3-4 thousand. Thank you. You should focus on better color …
Hi there, thank you so much for all of the great and informative articles and reviews on your site. I found it when researching reviews for Blue Nile, and your comparison article on Blue Nile / James Allen was eye-opening! Anyways, I’m looking for a diamond that will give me the best bang for my …
Hi, I’m currently looking for an engagement ring. My current plan is to buy a loose diamond from james allen, take it to a local jewelry shop to make sure its ratings are valid, and then buy a setting from them. I have a couple old rings from my grandma that they are willing to take …
Hello! I would appreciate your suggestions for loose diamonds. I have been searching for months now and can’t seem to find the best stone. I am looking for the best eye clean value in either: 2c. CUSHION or 2c. PRINCESS I did look at James Allen, but even with many if the VS1 stones I …
I am looking for a round diamond between 1 and 1.25 carats. I have a budget around $4000 to $6000 for the diamond. I want to make sure it is eye clean. I am thinking about doing a solitaire but I have heard halo settings have become quite popular. I want to make sure the …
Hi, I wanted to get your experienced opinion about diamond shape (round vs. cushion) and ring setting (high vs. low) as well as a thicker band vs. thinner band. Her ring size is 3.75 and she has slender long fingers. Are there particular diamond cuts and ring designs that tend to look good on people with …
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