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’d like to buy an approximately 2 carat princess cut solitaire in either a white gold or platinum ring. I would like to stay around $4,000-$7,000 and I want a ring that won’t embarrass her and won’t break the bank. My friend used your advice on a ring about a year ago and said I’d be crazy …
Hello, I’ve been reading your website and it is full of great information but still being a novice at this I’m still confused! My budget is approx $5000 and I”ve been looking at blue nile but after reading your website I’m not so sure paying for something that is IF is worth the extra money. Here …
Hi, I’m looking for a pear diamond between 1.5 – 2 carats (preferably towards higher end). I’ve read your article on pear diamonds but am still a bit lost when looking for one. The stone will be set in rose gold with a halo like Katherine Heigl style engagement ring. My budget is up to $9000 …
Dear Experts, First of all I would like to thank you and say that I am ecstatic to be one of the lucky individuals who have “stumble” across your website while exploring my options for engagement rings. The articles I have read and the post I have found in the “Diamond Q&A” have been extremely helpful. …
Hello, While I’m skeptical about pretty much everything on the internet advertising itself as free I figured I’d give this a try. I’m looking for an engagement ring for my girlfriend and I live in the DC area. I’ve started looking around at the local stores and would like to get the process moving soon. From …
Hi, I am looking for an engagement ring. The stone must be cushion cut, max budget for the stone is $2900 and would love for it to be as close to 1 karat as possible with no visible inclusions.. It will be put in 14K White Gold Pave Halo setting. I found some on James Allen, …
Hi, I’d like to find the best available 2 carat round loose stone for around $17,000. Please help! Thanks. I’d be happy to make some recommendations and guide you through the process. What type of setting are you considering? Yellow gold or white gold/platinum? Will it be a solitaire or does it have sidestones/pave? This may affect …
I’m looking for a RB between 1.4-1.5 carat, vs2-si1, h-j color, ideal to very good cut, eye clean on a white gold solitaire for around $9,000. Looking around I think a 1.4 carat is realistic at that price and specs. Is it possible? If you could recommend a few diamonds or ideals I would be …
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