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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.
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Hi! This is Andrew from New Hampshire. I have found your website to be very insightful, helpful, and honest- so thank you for the education! I’m looking for a princess cut solitaire diamond engagement ring in a fairly traditional setting for $1,250 or less. Obviously I would like the best quality possible. Today I just …
I could use your expertise! My boyfriend told me to pick out a ring and it’s harder than I thought! The total budget is about $1200-$1500 and I really like this halo setting in yellow gold (not sure why it says white): https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/halo/18k-white-gold-pave-halo-cabled-diamond-engagement-ring-item-9380?a_aid=dmnd1357 This was pretty much the only diamond I could find to stay …
Thanks for your site, I trust it a lot more than my buddies that have a ‘diamond guy’. Any ways, I’m looking to buy a round diamond for a white gold engagement ring. My budget is $8000. James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology is the same as …
First of all, thank you for having such a wonderful, informative website. I’m so happy I found it!! My soon to be brother-in-law, Greg, is counting on me to help him pick a yellow diamond engagement ring for my sister. When I watched the video at the top of your page dedicated to yellow diamonds, …
The site has been very helpful so far and I thank you for your time in advance. 1) I have a budget of about $15k for the diamond, but would definitely spend less if you have better suggestions. 2) It will be placed in a 18k gold setting 3) Similar to the Tiffany Novo, however …
First off, thank you for putting together such a great website. It’s been a fantastic resource in my search to find the perfect engagement ring. I’ve selected my setting which can be viewed here: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/pave/platinum-pave-set-four-prong-diamond-engagement-ring-item-3249?a_aid=dmnd1357 Now I’m ready to chose my diamond but need to know I’m getting the best diamond for my money, so …
My boyfriend and I have been dating long enough that we are jointly looking for an engagement ring. I think we have decided on this setting from Danhov (http://www.danhov.com/engagement/danhov-classico-single-shank-engagement-ring-cl138.html), in either the platinum or white gold. Our maximum budget is 8K, so we are looking for a stone that is no more than 6K. Could …
I’m looking for a cushion cut diamond 1.6-1.7 Ct for a halo and pave setting in white 18K gold setting. My budget for the stone is 10,000-12,000 and I want to ensure that I get a good value as well as a great stone. I’ve been looking at James Allen and came across these 2 …
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