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Q&A: Help Choosing a Round Diamond for an Infinity Solitaire With Around $5k Budget

Last Updated On: April 2, 2018

Hi, I have decided to a James Allen engagement ring setting as follows – Infinity solitaire, in 14k white gold: www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/solitaire/14k-white-gold-infinity-solitaire-engagement-ring-item-53313?a_aid=dmnd1357 Could I get some help with selecting the diamond? I am thinking round brilliant, ideal cut, eye clean, ?near colourless or colourless since its white gold setting, at least SI1 or VS2? Budget up …

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Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond for a White Gold Pave Setting with Around $4,600 Total Budget

Last Updated On: March 29, 2018

Hello Diamond Pros, I have been reading your articles for quite some time now, I must say you are a wealth of knowledge and I cannot thank you enough for everything I’ve learned this far. I’ve learned so much in fact that I think I’ve learned to ask for help when I’m not in my …

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Q&A: Finding a 1 Ctw. Best Cut Round Diamond Earrings For a Platinum Setting

Last Updated On: March 27, 2018

After several decades, I finally discovered that platinum was the only thing I was NOT allergic to. So, I purchased a nice pair of diamond studs set in platinum. That was 15 years ago, and I recently lost one. So I am now researching and educating myself on diamonds before purchasing another pair. I have …

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Q&A: Choosing a Round Cut Diamond for a Solitaire Platinum Setting With Around $3,000 Total Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

I want to buy an engagement ring. I don’t want to spend too much because after the wedding she will probably not wear it everyday due to her occupation. I want to get one that will be noticeable and I’ve been looking at 0.7c solitaire rings. I haven’t been to a jewelry shop to actually …

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Q&A: Help Choosing a Round or a Princess Cut Diamond With Around $8,000 Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

I am strongly considering purchasing an engagement ring from Blue Nile. Could you provide me with a unique discount code? Thanks. Here’s the code: [contact us for your own unique coupon code] I’m also happy to help you select a diamond or review the one you are already considering to make sure there are no …

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Q&A: Help Finding the Best Cut Round Diamond for a Pave Setting With $15-20k Total Budget

Last Updated On: March 21, 2018

Thank you for all of your free educational material. They are very helpful and free of the pressure at retail stores. I am looking for a channel set or pave set round cut diamond. My girlfriend has slightly smaller fingers (ring size 5.5), so I thought I ought to prioritize the cut than the size …

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Q&A: Help Deciding Between Two Round Diamonds for a White Gold Halo

Last Updated On: March 18, 2018

I am currently torn between two diamonds: Diamond 1: $3,850 .82 carats, I, VS2 Table: 59 Depth: 60.6 Crown angle: 33.5 Crown height: 13.6 Pavilion angle: 40.7 Pavilion depth: 43.5 Diamond 2: $3,561, .80 carats, H, VS1 Table: 57 Depth: 61.7 Crown Angle: 34.5 Crown height: 15 Pavilion Angle: 40.8 Pavilion depth: 43 I am …

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Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond for a Rose Gold Pavé With Up to $5,300 Diamond Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

I am looking for a round diamond for an engagement ring. My budget is about $5K for the diamond alone. The larger the better, but realistically, would like it between 1.29 ct. and 1.7 ct. I’d be happy to make some recommendations for you, but I need a little more info. What style setting (solitaire, …

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