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Q&A: Looking for a Round Diamond for a Platinum Solitaire Setting With Up to $6,500 Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hello. I’ve been browsing the Blue Nile site for quite some time now. My parameters have been: Ideal cut, F-I color, VS2 or better clarity and 1.0 to 1.24 carats. I’ve found many in the $5-6.5k price range. The hardest choice for me has been the compromise between color and price. I don’t have much …

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Q&A: Choosing a 1.50 Ct. Round Diamond for a White Gold Three Stone Channel Setting With a $10k Total Budget

Last Updated On: February 19, 2018

Thanks in advance for your help. I’ve chosen a three stone channel setting from James Allen called Trio SKU 17401 size 9 price $2060. I was shooting for a total cost of $10000, but could go a thousand or two more if necessary, so I’ve looked at diamonds around $8000. Maximum stone size is 1.5 …

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Q&A: Help Choosing a Round Diamond for a Halo With Up to $15,000 Budget

Last Updated On: February 3, 2018

Hi, I’m upgrading my diamond ring and looking for a diamond close to 2 carat. My budget is $10-12K. I like the round and cushion cut. I’ve selected a halo setting and would appreciate your help in selecting the diamond. Thank you! I looked around and these are the largest stones I can recommend: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.62-carat-h-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2665104?a_aid=dmnd1357 …

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Q&A: Help Finding a Princess Cut Diamond for a Rose Gold Pavé With Around $4,000 Budget

Last Updated On: February 18, 2018

Hello, I’m looking for a princess cut diamond. I would like it to be over 1 ct. My budget is $4,000. I truly would appreciate your help 🙂 I’d be happy to make some recommendations for you, but I need a little more info. What style setting (solitaire, pave/side stones/halo) and metal (yellow/white gold, platinum) …

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Q&A: Help Choosing a 1 Ct. Round Diamond With a $4,500 Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi, I’m looking for a round 1 carat diamond. I’m looking for the best value for the best price. I mean who isn’t? If you could help me, the sites that keep popping up on my radar are James Allen and Yadav. If this helps also to be more specific — VS2-VVS2 clarity, medium to …

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Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond for a White Gold Petite Pavé Ring With a $5k Total Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

I’m interested in a round diamond for a petite, solitaire 14k white gold band. My budget is $3,500-4,500 and I was hoping for a diamond between 0.9-1.1 carats. I’m really more interested in the way the diamond looks than I am the size, provided it is within my range, but if it could be over …

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Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond for a Solitaire With Around $3,000 Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi, I am looking for a round brilliant diamond for a solitaire setting. The budget is around £2000 for the diamond. What do you think of this combination? Blue Nile LD08743473 Blue Nile Classic Four Claw Solitaire Engagement Ring The diamond looks eye-clean, it’s well cut and will compliment the setting. Thank you, very thoughtful. …

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Q&A: Choosing a 1.50 Ct. Round Diamond for a Platinum Setting With a $10-12k Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hello there.. I came across your website and decided to write you seeking your advise on purchasing a diamond engagement ring. I have been shopping around for a nice 1.3-1.6 diamond on a nice platinum setting. My budget for the ring is around 10K-12K. I am thinking of buying it online from Blue Nile but …

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