We are reader-supported. Buying through any red colored link on our site may earn us commissions. Learn More.
Hello! I am looking to purchase this diamond from James Allen. Do you think this is a good one to buy? I have read your recommendations and it seems to line up very well.
Thank you and looking forward to your response 🙂
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/1.01-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-sku-5262423?a_aid=dmnd1357
This diamond is not a good one. It has a very strong black windowing effect (which looks really ugly in person).
I found a couple of better-looking options:
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/0.96-carat-g-color-vs1-clarity-sku-6057400?a_aid=dmnd1357
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/1.01-carat-g-color-vvs1-clarity-sku-6428355?a_aid=dmnd1357
They are absolutely eye-clean and have no black windowing. However, you need to request the GIA certificates as well to make sure the cut parameters are within the proper range.
Thank you very much for your help. I am glad I asked. I really like the sku below. I am going to request the GIA.
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/1.01-carat-g-color-vvs1-clarity-sku-6428355?a_aid=dmnd1357
I’m glad you like it! Let’s see how the certificate looks.
…
Fantastic! The cert looks great, there are no red flags or anything that would have a negative impact on the diamond. If you like it, go for it. It’s an excellent option.
Thank you so much, I just placed the order.
Great news!
What we love about them:
- No questions asked returns within 30 days of shipment. James Allen will send you a paid shipping label to return the ring.
- Lifetime Warranty
- Free International Shipping
- Free prong tightening, repolishing, rhodium plating and cleaning every 6 months
- Provide insurance appraisals
- One free resizing within 60 days of purchase
- Free ring inscriptions
- Best-in-class high quality imagery of all diamonds in stock
- 24/7 Customer Service
- Best-in-class packaging
What we love about them:
- 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)
- Best in class fulfillment
Still afraid of getting ripped off?
Before you buy a diamond, get personal buying advice from industry veterans. We'll help you get the best diamond for the money.
Ask your diamond purchase question here
DISCLAIMER: We don't use your email for marketing. Period.
