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Thank you for such an informative article. It has helped me obtain a better understanding of the four “C” of a diamond.
I have been looking at diamonds on James Allen and Blue Nile, but the selection is so vast. I am having difficulties narrowing it down.
Our budget is between 8k-9k. We are looking at a VS1-VS2 and G-H color with a very good cut. On the James Allen website I found two diamonds within this range.
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.51-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-5629314?a_aid=dmnd1357&chan=je?a_aid=dmnd1357
Would your team be able to look at this and give me your suggestions? Or if there is another option you can suggest, we would greatly appreciated it. The diamond would be on a solitaire setting also by James Allen.
I absolutely love this diamond you selected: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.51-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-5629314?a_aid=dmnd1357. It’s beautifully cut, eye-clean and will make an amazing ring.
I’m not a huge fan of the other one as it has a very flat crown. It’s better to choose a diamond with a higher crown, such diamonds are more brilliant.
Thank you so much for your prompt response.
I do have some questions.
– You mentioned “eye-clean” so I assume there are flaws/inclusion in the diamond but they are not visible to the naked eye?
– Is this a good purchase or should I continue looking for something else? I am not an expert and want to make sure I make a good purchase.
Yes, eye-clean means that there are no inclusions visible to the naked eye. We recommend only eye-clean diamonds.
The diamond I “approved” is an excellent choice with a beautiful cut. I see it’s unavailable now, did you put it on hold?
Yes, we did purchase it!
Thank you for all your help 🙂
Thank you for updating me. You got yourself a beautiful diamond. Do you think you could let me know how you like it when you receive it?
We received the cushion cut diamond that you had recommended and we absolutely love it. It’s beautiful and looks bigger than a 1.5 carat. It has great brilliance and color. I was afraid it would have a hint of yellow but it doesn’t.
Thank you for all your help and patience. You really helped me make my fiance so happy!
Thank you for such wonderful feedback! I’m glad you are happy with your new diamond 🙂 It was my pleasure helping you.
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- No questions asked returns within 30 days of shipment. Blue Nile will send you a paid shipping label to return the ring.
- Lifetime Warranty
- Free Shipping
- Free prong tightening, repolishing, rhodium plating and cleaning every 6 months
- Provide insurance appraisal
- One free resizing within the first year of purchase
- High quality images of about half of their diamonds
- 24/7 Customer Service
- 100% credit towards future upgrades (must be at least double in value)
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