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Q&A: Help Finding a .5 Ct. Round Diamond for a White Gold Knife Edge Setting With a $1k Budget

Last Updated On: April 23, 2018

Hello, I’ve looked for a bit and am thinking of pulling the trigger. I have a hard time determining the best diamond to pick out. I have the setting I would like to go with. I found it on James Allen (14K White Gold 2mm Knife Edge Solitaire Engagement Ring)… a pretty basic setting but …

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Q&A: Help Choosing a 2 Ct. Round Diamond With a $23,000 Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi The Diamond Pro, Would like to first thank the team putting up so much effort and knowledge into this site. I can feel the honest advice you provide in your posts and really take your words into account when I am searching for my dream engagement ring. I would like to purchase my ring …

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Q&A: Looking for a Round Diamond for a Solitaire Engagement Ring With a $4k In Total

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

I’ve put this together, would you think this is a good match? Blue Nile Classic Six Claw Solitaire Engagement Ring Blue Nile LD08964463 The diamond you selected is no longer available. Have you purchased it already? Thanks for getting back to me. I have reserved this diamond: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.90-carat-i-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-3185383?a_aid=dmnd1357 I gave James Allen the brief of …

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Q&A: Help Choosing a Round Diamond For a White Gold Infinity Setting With a $3,500 Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Greetings. Thanks for all the information and insight you provide with your website. I’m in the market for a diamond engagement ring. Unfortunately, my GF is VERY picky and she only likes one ring from Brilliant Earth. I found what I had seen several people mention online, the same diamond on both JamesAllen.com and Brilliant …

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Q&A: Help Finding a 2.00 Ct. Round Diamond for a White Gold or Platinum Solitaire Setting With a $12k Total Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi guys, I’m in the final stages of looking for a loose diamond for a solitaire engagement ring. I’ve narrowed it down to the following: Shape: Round Cut: Ideal Clarity: VS2 or higher (this is just based on my viewing Blue Nile and other photos where the stones just look awful and the GIA certs …

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Q&A: Choosing a Cushion Cut Diamond for a Halo Setting With Up to $15,000 Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi! I’m in the market for a 2ct loose diamond I’d like to purchase online. I’ve done diligent homework on details beyond the 4Cs, and I’d like my diamond to be GIA certified and conflict-free. My budget is around 15K, I’m trying to find out where I can get the best diamond for my money …

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Q&A: Choosing a 2 Ct. Round Brilliant for a Solitaire/Pavé Setting Within a $20k Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

My fiance picked a setting she likes on Blue Nile and I need some good advice. My budget is 20K or less total for the ring and I need the best looking 2 Carat or bigger round diamond. I’d be happy to make some recommendations for you, but I need a little more info. What …

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Q&A: Help Finding a .75-1.00 Ct. Diamond and a Contemporary Ring With a $4k-$5k Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi, I’d like to find a truly great ring design that is contemporary and a has a superior stone hopefully in the .75 to 1.00 carat range. My price range is $4k – 5k. Any suggestions? I’d be happy to make some recommendations for you, but I need a little more info. What shape diamond …

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