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Q&A: 5th Anniversary Ring Upgrade to Round or Cushion-Cut 1.25-1.5 Ct. Diamond

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

I’m looking at upgrading my ring for our 5th anniversary and have set aside a budget of 10-12.5K. It would be great if I can trade in my current ring towards the new purchase but, it’s not necessary. Here is the setting I am interested in: Blue Nile Petite Cathedral Pavé Diamond Engagement Ring This …

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Q&A: Advice on Purchasing an Emerald Cut

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

My wife lost the diamond from her engagement ring several years ago – just fell out of the setting unnoticed. We have an anniversary coming up – and I would like to finally get her a new (replacement) engagement ring. My budget is $15,000 – $20,000 (inclusive of the setting). We’ve been married long enough, …

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Q&A: $20K Budget for Round Diamond: “Any help would be massively appreciated”

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I can see you have helped many.. I am looking at these two and wondering if I have made a good chouice. My budget is roughly 20k USD for a diamond. Here are my two picks so far. https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-SI1-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1379117.asp https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-VS1-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1334682.asp Any help would be massively appreciated. James Allen James Allen is the leader in online …

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