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We’re often contacted by readers interested in more unique diamond shapes, such as the Art Deco-inspired Asscher cut. Recently, a reader emailed us noting that they were looking for an Asscher cut diamond ring and asking for help with what to look for. We helped this reader find a beautiful VVS2 clarity Asscher cut diamond, …

Every day, we receive emails from readers asking for help buying a diamond. One of the most common questions we receive is whether it’s better to buy a diamond online, or locally in a city with a diamond jewelry district. Recently, a reader emailed to ask the following question: Is it better to buy a …

With their lavish jewels and timeless style, royal engagement rings have a way of stealing our eyes and our hearts. But what if we told you that you could have an engagement ring similar to your favorite queen or princess?  From Grace Kelly to Princess Diana, royalty have long driven trends in engagement rings and …

Although most of the emails we get are about engagement rings, we’re also often contacted by readers looking for help with diamond necklaces, bracelets and other jewelry. Earlier, a reader contacted us asking for help buying a floating diamond necklace with a budget of $1,000 to $1,200. They asked if it was best to find …

Recently, a reader contacted us asking for advice on buying an emerald cut diamond with a total budget of $3,000. He’d seen a few diamonds in this price range in local stores, but none of them came with a GIA certificate.  It’s definitely possible to find a beautiful emerald cut diamond in this price range. …

There’s never been a more perfect time to buy an engagement ring. With a plethora of vintage styles, modern designs, and everything in between, engagement rings for 2025 are stunning and full of personal style.  Better yet, many diamonds — particularly stones in the 0.50 and 1.00 carat range — are becoming more affordable. According …

One of the most common topics we’re asked about is diamond clarity. We often get questions from readers asking whether it’s worth buying a diamond with a high clarity grade, such as the FL/IF clarity (Flawless/Internally Flawless) or the VVS clarity (Very Very Small Inclusions). The simple answer to this question is no — those …

We’re often contacted by readers interested in buying smaller diamonds. Choosing something smaller is great if you have a limited budget, or if you’re looking for an engagement ring that’s more discreet and less visible to others. Recently, a reader contacted us asking about whether they should look for a certain color grade when choosing …