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:
I am looking to purchase a diamond and really could use someone’s opinion. Shape: Round Brilliant Measurements: 7.46 – 7.48 x 4.62mm Carat Weight: 1.55 carat Color Grade: E Clarity Grade: VVS2 (3 pin holes – no other comments, report is pretty clean) Cut Grade: Excellent Polish: Excellent Symmetry: Excellent Fluorescence: None Culet: None Table: …
Hello, I am in the market for a 2-3 ct. cushion cut diamond that will be placed in a platinum, split shank with halo (I am looking at Sylvia CDRCZ01680) style or it may be listed at style sy453-0043. My budget is $25-30,000. I would like to get the biggest visual bang for my money. …
Hi, First I’d like to say that your website has been incredibly helpful throughout this confusing process and I’ve learned so much. I am buying an engagement ring and before I found your site I was sure it was coming from Blue Nile. Now I am sure that’s not the case. I am looking to spend …
My BF and I are looking for the best value we can get for a round cut diamond around 1.2ct. It will be in a 14k white gold pave ring like this: http://gabrielny.com/amavida/style/ER7432W44JJ I found these 2 that seem like they would be eye clean. What do you think? Also, will a J color stone …
I am looking to spend between $6,000 and $7,500 on a diamond that will be in a platinum plain solitaire setting and purchase it from James Allen. Very much appreciate your advice! I’d be happy to help. What shape do you want? I am looking for a round diamond – guess I am torn …
I love this setting, but have been leaning towards a cushion cut. Do you think it would look better with a round or cushion? https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/solitaire/platinum-diamond-accented-sculpted-designer-engagement-ring-item-8020?a_aid=dmnd1357 Budget is approx. $10,000. I love this diamond for you: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.51-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-sku-250057?a_aid=dmnd1357 Its bright, eye-clean and a great value. What do you think? It is very nice, but I …
Thanks for all of the help you’re providing via your website. I now feel like a 100x more informed consumer than I was before. That said, I’m still hoping to cash in on some expert advice. Like most people who probably write you, I’m looking for the perfect diamond that meets the criteria for an …
Good Afternoon, I need some help on picking a diamond for the following setting: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/pave/platinum-scroll-basket-pave-set-diamond-engagement-ring-item-369?a_aid=dmnd1357 My total budget is around $11500 US. I am not sure what size of diamond to even pick. I know I want it to be a round cut and to look amazing in the setting and to be a nice diamond. …
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