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:
I’m buying an engagement ring for my girlfriend and came across your site during my research. Congrats on the site, it’s great and very unique. I found a setting on jamesallen.com that I’ve decided on. https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/channel-set/18k-white-gold-engraved-channel-set-princess-and-carre-shaped-diamond-engagement-ring-item-2275?a_aid=dmnd1357 My budget is $4k, so with this setting, I’m looking for a diamond with a budget of $2,250. Neither …
I have read through your site quite extensively in my search to find the perfect ring for my future wife. I wanted to get your opinion on a diamond. It is going into a white gold band. I think I want to limit the diamond price to around $2000. From what I can tell, the …
Hi There. I’m interested in buying a round brilliant cut diamond from James Allen. I have around $2000. In order for me to have a platinum solitaire which is around $640, that leaves me with about $1400 left for the diamond. I’m from the uk but travel to New York all the time. Can you …
Thanks for all the great info on your site. I’ve been looking through the 3 websites that you recommended. Looking for a round diamond in the 1.2 to 1.5 range with an ideal or better cut. Can’t decide between a 1.25 -ish H hearts and arrows or a 1.5 J Ideal/ very good Or somewhere …
I am looking to purchase a loose princess cut diamond between 1-1.2 carats. My budget is 4,000-5,000. Could you suggest a a diamond with the most bang for my buck? I also have a couple designer style settings in mind. Do you recommend a place that could replicate a style I am looking for? Thanks …
I am looking for a round diamond to be set in a white gold solitaire setting (half bezel set style, if that matters). I have read the site and browsed James Allen. I understand the “eye clean” concept, but feel totally lost when trying to determine if an incusion will be visible when the stone …
I have learned a lot from your site, but am still not sure once I start looking at the diamonds. I am looking for something up to $6,000 just in the loose round diamond. I am looking for my son who travels a lot and doesn’t have time to research diamonds. He would like to …
I asked for advice from you a little over a year ago for an engagement ring and it was valuable info. I have another and last question for you. Looking for a wedding band and I’m torn between these two. The James Allen band is a direct match to the band on my fiances ring …
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