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:
Hello, I’m researching engagement rings and I just wanted to thank you so much for your site! The information has been very helpful, as prior to stumbling across your site I was trying to balance all 4 Cs equally, but now have a better understanding about how to prioritize them. My girlfriend wants Blue Nile’s …
I have a setting in mind on Blue Nile. I’m trying to find the right diamond. Obviously I want the biggest one I can afford but want something quality too. She doesn’t want round like everyone else so I have that going for me. I’m thinking cushion but the quality seems a lot different between …
Hi Pros, I’m trying to find a ~2ct ~20k$ emerald cut diamond. I’ve been trying to find stones whose inclusions are not smack-dab in the middle of the stone, but I’m having a hard time differentiating the picks, e.g. does it matter how much “black” you see in the full frontal views, should it be …
Hello, I am here on a recommendation from a friend of mine who found some success with you guys. I am looking for an oval diamond around 1.5 carats. My budget is around 6k and I plan to have a solitaire gold ring with a simple band. I also have a size 3 finger. Just …
I have an opportunity for Fancy Intense Pink, cushion cut diamond with VVS2 clarity, weighing 0.30 of a carat. The seller has quoted a price of $42000. The diamond is fully certified. How can I verify the price of this investment? Hi, What kind of a certificate does it have? GIA. Thanks for the info. …
Hello, I am looking to buy an engagement ring for my girlfriend. With help from her friends, I know that I’m looking for an oval or pear-shaped diamond on a simple Tiffany style ring. I have an appointment with a jeweler tomorrow but I was advised to come to your site first. My budget for …
I am looking for a round diamond somewhere between .7-.85 and trying to spend a max of $4,500. If I read correctly it seems as if cut would be the most important quality I’m looking for and things like color and clarity can be less noticeable to help get the best bang for my buck. …
Hello, I am looking to buy an engagement ring which will have an oval diamond with a 14k white gold halo setting. My budget is between 5,000 to 7,500 US$. I appreciate the guides on your website which have helped me in my search thus far. I have been using James Allen and located the …
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