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:
Firstly, thank you for the information on this site, it has been invaluable in teaching me about diamonds. There’s so much choice but I hoped to get your opinion/ recommendation on the following: 1) Max budget for the diamond is £2,700 (approx $4,100) 2) Platinum setting 3) Solitaire style diamond Ideally I was thinking around …
Hi, I’m looking for a replica of the classic Tiffany Style setting and was going to go with Blue Nile’s Petite Nouveau 6 Prong in Platinum b/c their diamond prices were great vs. the brick and mortar jewelers my boyfriend and I spoke to, but then we stumbled across your site and now seem unsure about …
Hello, First of all, let me say that I appreciate the helpful information on your website. I’m looking at these two possible diamonds: https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.20-carat-e-color-vvs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-201349?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.06-carat-f-color-vvs1-clarity-ideal-cut-sku-73508?a_aid=dmnd1357 for this white gold setting with sapphire side stone setting: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/three-stone/18k-white-gold-three-stone-pear-shaped-blue-sapphire-engagement-ring-item-1643?a_aid=dmnd1357 The criteria I had in mind was a good solid diamond around 1 carat in size. The video that …
Love your website! Thanks for all of your efforts. I’m looking for the most bang for my buck. I have a budget of around $5k for a 1 carat princess cut diamond. I found these: https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/?CaratFrom=1.00&CaratTo=1.05&Color=G,H&Clarity=VS1,VS2&Cut=Ideal,Excellent&PriceFrom=400&PriceTo=999000&TabSelected=3&DiamondID=223328,204415,207195?a_aid=dmnd1357 Any input would be greatly appreciated. James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their …
Hi, I emailed a few days ago asking for some general assistance in selecting an Emerald cut diamond. I have done some more research and viewed some option at BM stores here in NY along with an exclusive family dealer. Equiped with the knowledge and little experience I garnered, I hit the James Allen website and …
Hi, you have great articles on the site. Thanks for all your advice to newbies like myself! I am looking to buy this diamond from JA. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/asscher-cut/1.01-carat-d-color-vs1-clarity-sku-215870?a_aid=dmnd1357 My questions are: It has medium blue fluorescence. Does it matter? Would a 6 prong or 4 prong standard solitaire ring fits it better? Thanks again for your …
My friend passed on your email and noted that I could inquire about picking the best selection for my desired attributes and price range. He recently purchased some stones with your help. I’m looking for a round, I , VSI, 0.7-1.0k. Price range 3000-3500. Basically the best bang for the buck that will be visual …
Hi, I’m looking for an engagement ring. I’ve read up on your site and spent some time on james allen and here’s what I’ve come up with. Setting: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/tension/14k-white-gold-spiral-tension-set-engagement-ring-item-197?a_aid=dmnd1357 (14k white gold) Diamonds: I’m looking in the $5k range, round cut. Trying to find a good value obviously but it seems like there a lot …
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