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:
Hi, I have a found a setting from James Allen which costs $1150, my total budget is $5000 max with the diamond. Could you please help me find a diamond. 1. Budget for diamond is $3500 – $3800 2. White Gold 18k 3. Setting is – https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/channel-set/18k-white-gold-thin-channel-set-round-shaped-diamond-engagement-ring-item-9011?a_aid=dmnd1357 Also I’m from Australia and would like the ring …
Hi, I LOVE your site, I have learned so much about diamond shopping! I’m so glad I found it before I made a purchase! I’m looking for an asscher under $5,000, min 1ct and as big as I can afford. The setting I plan on purchasing is 18k white gold with small baguettes. Something like this. …
Greetings! I have heard good things about your site, thus I am seeking some help in choosing a diamond for an engagement ring. My budget for the stone itself is ~$10-11,000. I plan on getting this set in a platinum band with diamonds along the side and a diamond halo. Right now the settings that …
Good morning from the UK. Thank you for an awesome resource, I have learned a great deal from browsing your pages and am very grateful for the way the site has been written. Unfortunately I over research and plan everything and end up giving myself a headache, which I have done today. Please may I …
Shopping for a princess cut engagement ring. Approx budget 5-7K. Solitaire setting. H, VS2 preferred. 1.2 ct approx. thanks! What do you charge for your help? … Hi again, I have a couple of princess cuts I’d like you to check out: https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.10-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-209322?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.10-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-sku-230748?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.20-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-238771?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.20-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-sku-228979?a_aid=dmnd1357 On the last one, the price is $6150, it …
Thanks a lot for the great content on your site! I’m looking to purchase an engagement ring in the near future, and have found your site very helpful in clearing out all the sales pitches and misinformation. In your opinion, is there an advantage to purchasing a diamond from an online site and then taking …
Thank you for your excellent website. We are torn between two diamonds and would like your expert opinion on their appearance vs value for money: https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.50-carat-j-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-233057?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.53-carat-h-color-i1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-121848?a_aid=dmnd1357 Thanks in advance! Stay away from the H I1 you selected. Never buy a diamond that has a ‘clarity grade based on cloud not shown’ comment. That means …
Your site is great and I was wondering if you could help me find a princess cut diamond around 1 ct (pls minus 0.1) for a maximum USD 4500. I am looking for best value for money, from a naked eye perspective. My fiance is not picky on the technical details but would like to …
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