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 there, I’m having some trouble picking out a cushion cut diamond with a budget around $4000 (but some flexibility). She only cares that it is as radiant as possible, I don’t think she truly has a preference for the “chunky” or “crushed glass” styles, although the “chunky” ones do seem to be more radiant …
Thanks for the great information on your site. I’m interested in a round 1 carat diamond to be set in a plain solitaire (white gold or platinum) setting. My budget is $6000 – $7000. I’d very much appreciate any recommendations you could provide. Thanks again. What do you think of these? www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.21-carat-i-color-vs2-clarity-sku-198878?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.20-carat-i-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-240526?a_aid=dmnd1357 It looks …
Hello, I’ve been really enjoying browsing your site and feeling like I’m gaining some valuable knowledge. I am now hoping you might be able to suggest a few diamonds that might work for me. To answer your questions above 1) My Budget would be approximately $1600 2) I plan to use White Gold, likely 14k …
Hi there. Hope you can help. I am looking to ‘upgrade’ my wife’s original engagement ring as when we first met, I could only afford a half carat diamond. Now, some 12 years later, I would like her to have something a little larger. My budget is around 10 thousand Australian dollars, and I know …
I am interested in this setting: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/vintage/14k-white-gold-royal-antique-style-round-shaped-diamond-engagement-ring-item-17424?a_aid=dmnd1357 However, I am not a huge fan of round diamonds. I prefer cushion or radiant since they are more unique. I am wondering if those shapes would look okay with this setting since it has round side stones? My budget for the center diamond is $3000. Obviously I …
Hi there, after sifting through a dozen or so stones, I’ve realized that my baseline knowledge of diamonds isn’t strong enough for me to comfortably make a solid decision on just one. With that being said, I’m hoping that I could enlist your help? Here are the specs that I’m looking at: Princess cut – …
Hi, I came across your website whilst looking for a pear shaped diamond. This is for an engagement ring. Maybe as suggested on your post you can give me some advise. What I am looking for: .7-1 carat Colourless D would be most ideal Clarity vs2-vss1 And very good cut Also a ratio of around 1.75 …
Hi, I would like to buy my wife a solitaire diamond pendant for every day use ( round or oval) Which C’s would you recommend ? Can you also recommend a store ? … Also, I have a budget, 1500 to 2000 USD incl setting. Can you also please recommend some loose diamonds for …
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