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’d love your input on the best solitaire round brilliant ring under $11,000. I’d like it to be as big as possible without sacrificing any of the other components as seen by the naked eye. What clarity/color/ and cut would you recommend? Thank you! I’d be happy to make some recommendations and guide you through …
Hello,I have a very special young lady who is need of a diamond. Trying to educate myself before popping the question, and your site has been extremely helpful. I’m on board with your approach to color so I am solely looking at diamonds in the H-J range, and then trying to find largest GIA certified …
Hello, I ordered this diamond from JA: https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/0.71-carat-h-color-vvs1-clarity-sku-263330?a_aid=dmnd1357 Do you think this one would be a better purchase for the money since they are both right at my budget limit and this one is larger? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/0.80-carat-i-color-vs1-clarity-sku-249849?a_aid=dmnd1357 The diamond will be set in this: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/channel-set/14k-white-gold-0.25ct-channel-set-princess-shaped-diamond-engagement-ring-item-1061?a_aid=dmnd1357 Thank you for your help! I would stick with your original choice. …
Hello, First I would like to say that this site has been extremely helpful! Keep it up, Im sure a lot of people have benefited from this site! I am looking for an engagement ring +/- $6500. and im seeking your help! I have been looking at James Allen and after reading about diamond color and clarity …
First off, I want to say thank you. Discovered your site this morning having only known about Blue Nile during my research and have already learnt so much. In addition I was apparently focusing on all the important stuff that apparently doesn’t matter beyond a certain quality threshold. Now to my question: Which pair of …
Hi, I am looking for a ~2ct rectangular radiant cut diamond to be set in a white gold halo setting. I’d like to keep the budget as close to $20k as possible, but am willing to go up a little for the right stone. A local store has offered the following: 2 ct.; G color; VS1; …
Hello, Im looking for a pear shaped diamond to be set as an engagement ring. Im looking for 0.80 ct – 1.0ct Colour: D,E,F Clarity: VS2 and above Symmetry and Polish: Excellent Wanting to have this set in either white gold or plantinum – simple plain band. Diamond to be set off centre – pointed end …
Hello there, First of, your site has been very informative and valuable in this exciting process. Our budget is about 2000 for a diamond and setting. I’ve been spending time on the James Allen site, Blue Nile and Brilliant Earth sites looking for a round diamond that is between .40 and .50 carat, with good colour …
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