Q&A: Help Finding a 1 Ctw. Princess Cut Diamond Stud Earrings

As I read your website, I get the idea that you do not have as much faith in IGI certified diamonds. These are the diamonds that James Allen is selling. How is it that you suggest buying from James Allen if this is the case?

Is it true that the round cut diamond sparkles more than the princess cut? Why doesnt Blue Nile seem to sell princess cut diamonds?

IGI isn’t a good lab, you are right. JA sells a few IGI stones as well, but the major part of their inventory is GIA/AGS.

As for the shapes, it’s true that rounds have the most brilliance of all diamond shapes. However, it doesn’t mean that princess cuts don’t “shine” at all. They look very brilliant as well. Are you interested in princess cuts?

Thanks for the quick response! I am looking to buy a pair of diamond princess cut earrings (1 ctw.) for my daughter’s college graduation gift.

I think I have found a pair through Blue Nile but it is a big purchase and I’m a bit nervous about buying jewelry online! The diamonds are I color VS1 & vgood cut. How do I know that these will shine beautifully without seeing them in person?

I must admit I am also really hoping that I find a great pair for a great price so that I can in the near future comfortably purchase a larger pair for myself!

Thank you for your help!

Can you send me the pair you found, so I can take a look and comment on it?

Thank you! They are #LD08456650 & #LD08637107.

Also, if you think they are good, I will be buying them with this email. Can you pass along the ‘coupon’ for me to use?

This pair is a better match:
Blue Nile LD08150581
Blue Nile LD08637107

Here is the coupon code for $50 off: [contact us for your own unique coupon code].

Let me know what you think.

James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology is the same as inspecting a diamond with a jeweler's loupe. They have the largest exclusive loose diamond inventory online and fantastic prices. They also have the nicest collection of lab-created diamonds online. They currently run a 10% discount on selected lab-grown diamonds!

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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

Blue Nile Blue Nile is the largest and most well-known internet jewelry seller. They have a very large exclusive online inventory. Their high-quality images are catching up to James Allens' and their prices are amazing. Right now, Blue Nile offers up to 50% savings on selected jewelry during a limited-time season sale.

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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

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