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, can you recommend any classic one stone ring for under $1000 (as cheap as possible) We are looking for a diamond between 0.2 to 0.5, clarity and color are not importance as long as it is not extremely visible with naked eyes. I assume cut is important here but I am not very picky …
Hi there and thank you for a lot of eduactional pages for a novice like my self. Im currently looking at 2 things for my wife and need to know how much to spend. 1. White gold ring with round diamond around 1ct. She currently have a 0.8ct vvs2 E, round in ring where the diamond …
Hi, I would appreciate your help. I’m in Canada and we’re looking for the best value round cut diamond. We’re looking for a diamond between 1.8 – 2.2 carats. One that is eye clean but will really sparkle. I was speaking to a local jeweller and he said for himself, he would choose one that is …
Hi, I’m from Ireland and am looking for some diamond recommendation for a solitaire ring. My budget is approx EUR1700 for the diamond, the ring and taxes. The ring setting will be white gold similar to this https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/solitaire/18k-white-gold-2mm-comfort-fit-solitaire-engagement-ring-item-54?a_aid=dmnd1357 My only knowledge of diamonds is what is gleaned from you excellent website. Thanks in advance. www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.60-carat-i-color-vs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-267631?a_aid=dmnd1357 Its …
Budget: About 2,500 for diamond, $3,000 to $3,500 for entire ring Color of metal: probably Rose Gold Type of setting: Preference is at least a few small side diamonds Thank you for all of the helpful information! Last week, before I came upon this site, I was quite excited when I visited Jared and felt …
Hi, I’m looking for a round cut diamond for a solitaire engagement ring. My budget is up to $10,000 for the stone. We plan to have a jeweler set the stone in a cross prong solitaire white gold band (approximately: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/solitaire/18k-white-gold-3.3mm-cross-prong-solitaire-engagement-ring-item-9012?a_aid=dmnd1357). Here are my dream specs for the stone: Cut: round Color: H or I …
Budget: 3500 for diamond Rose gold prongs on white gold setting https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/mixed-metal/18k-white-gold-pave-set-four-prong-diamond-engagement-ring-item-9161?a_aid=dmnd1357 I was wondering if you had any suggestions on diamond colour. Will the rose gold prongs have any affect on the diamond coloration? Should I look for colour of clarity/size if this is ther case? I think you should go with an I …
Hello, I’m looking for a 1ct (ish) emerald cut diamond and a nice solitaire or 3 stone setting to go with it. My budget is 5-6000 USD for the complete ring. As I know from spending numerous hours reading your site and others, I know cut matters a lot, and that cut isn’t graded by …
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