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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Starting to look, girlfriend likes sparkle the most, with size a close second. Is not color sensitive at all. What are your thought on this stone https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.62-carat-k-color-vs1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-211166?a_aid=dmnd1357 in this setting https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/solitaire/14k-white-gold-2mm-knife-edge-solitaire-engagement-ring-item-7115?a_aid=dmnd1357 Any other suggestions? Thanks in advance. James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology is the same as …
My budget is $6,000 for the diamond. I want a round cut diamond that will be set on a solitaire setting. Obviously the more carats the better but I want the diamond that looks the best to the naked eye (don’t want a faint of yellow or any visible inclusions to the naked eye). James …
I am long time reader of your site, please keep up the good work! I am looking for a round Diamond engagement ring. I am looking to spend under $2K for the entire ring. I am going white gold, Setting: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/solitaire/14k-white-gold-2mm-comfort-fit-solitaire-engagement-ring-item-7086?a_aid=dmnd1357. I found a several loose diamonds on James Allen, please let me know which …
We are looking for an oval diamond, $10,000 or less for the stone, setting it into a pave setting. I’ve included the links below. What are your thoughts on this stone? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/oval-cut/1.23-carat-e-color-si1-clarity-sku-221942?a_aid=dmnd1357 This is the setting we like (in rose gold) https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/pave/14k-white-gold-pave-cathedral-claw-prong-engagement-ring-item-1637?a_aid=dmnd1357 your help is very appreciated! James Allen James Allen is the leader in …
Looking to seal the deal here soon. I know for a fact my finance to be (hopefully) would prefer a princess cut. I live in Canada and have been on Blue Nile a lot lately. I have read and taken your advice on specs etc. I notice that you recommend James Allen a lot. Is …
Hi I am looking for an engagement ring with the following setting in platinum Blue Nile Half Moon Diamond Engagement Ring I would like advise on picking a 1.75-2.0 round diamond in the $11,000-$13,000 range. Let me know what you think of this setting and if I should buy it from Blue Nile or somewhere …
It’s that time and I’m looking for an engagement ring. I’m trying to find one that is ~1.5 carats and ~$10,000. Diamond most also be round. After doing some digging on Blue Nile I think I have decided to stick between these ranges to get the most for my money. By most I mean biggest …
I am so happy I found your site and have been pouring over your articles to learn more about maximizing my dollar in purchasing a ring for my soon to be fiance. Thank you so much for putting your knowledge out there to help us make informed decisions when purchasing diamonds/rings! I am searching for …
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