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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, I am looking to purchase a diamond to have set in a 18k yellow gold setting/band. A solitaire setting. So was considering going for a colour K as apparently, the potential yellow tint is showing a lot less against a gold ring? The diamond in question is a 2.07 carat brilliant round diamond, SI1 …
Hello, I am currently looking to replace my wife’s engagement ring for our 10 year anniversary next month. Cushion cut is her favorite, so I’ve been looking at James Allen for a few weeks trying to decide on a diamond. Would you mind looking at a few of my favorites and get your opinion, and …
Hello! Looking for a 2.5 – 3.0 round brilliant in something as close as possible to the traditional 6 prong Tiffany setting. I would like to keep the total price under 24k. I am leaning towards Blue Nile. Where to begin? Thank you! I’d go with something like this: Blue Nile LD09454402 We usually recommend …
Hello, I have made some research and found your videos and site very helpful. I believe this diamond should be eye clean. Can you help me out with your expert opinion if that is true? Link below: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.96-carat-j-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-4758810?a_aid=dmnd1357 The problem with that diamond is the comment in the certificate that says “Clarity grade based on …
Hi, I am looking at purchasing a nice pair of princess cut diamond stud earrings in the ~1ctw for my wife. My budget is under $3,000 all in and found this build your own pair on James Allen. Can you please tell me if this would be a good pair? www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/0.51-carat-e-color-vvs2-clarity-pair-2041040,4543089?a_aid=dmnd1357 Unfortunately, those diamonds don’t …
Great articles! What about diamond tennis bracelets? Should I take the size of each diamond and multiple by the number of diamonds in the bracelet to estimate price? I found a 2.5 carat bracelet here in Houston that looks comparable to ones on James Allen and Blue Nile for $2500 so I’m thinking of getting …
Hello. First of all thanks so much for this website!!! I heard about it on one episode of The Art of Charm. I am still a little confused with all the different ratings of the diamonds and would like a little help. I am looking for a diamond that can be used in a solitaire …
I’m interested in getting a yellow diamond engagement ring. My budget is around $3500, halo style with a cushion diamond, but any of the square shapes would be ok. I’m looking at some of the yellow diamonds on James Allen website, some of them look almost like they are scratched or that the inclusion are …
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