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In this section of the site, I publish some interesting private exchanges I have had with readers of the site who have contacted me via the “Ask a Question” form. I believe you will find that the questions and answers are both interesting and educational. Of course, names have been removed to preserve privacy.
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I am having difficulties finding an appropriate diamond for engagement ring. On Blue Nile, I can see the inclusions on so many of the diamonds and don’t know how to determine what would be eye clean. I am looking at the platnium pavé settings with a round diamond. Ideally approximately 1.1- 1.3 carats and under …
Hi there. I am looking to upgrade my diamond. I don’t want to spend too much, and was selecting low color but with fluorescence. Would it be a good choice? Blue Nile LD15058361 The diamond is nicely cut but I’m worried about the inclusions on the table. They seem pretty noticeable. What is the style …
Hi. I’m a first time buyer and a little over excited to buy my wife a ring. I have a budget of $7,500 for an H color round diamond. Should I buy a GIA diamond? I’d definitely get a GIA stone. I’d go with on of these: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.20-carat-h-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-10136097?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.25-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-10455229?a_aid=dmnd1357 Those look great. Is there any …
Hi! I used your service the last time I bought an engagement ring and you guys were extremely helpful, and I am now in the market for another one. I’m looking for a ~2ct. oval diamond, ratio of 1.4-45, slim gold band with gold prongs. Don’t have a specific request on clarity or color but …
Hello, Thank you for writing such a great guide on how to pick out a diamond. Despite reading through it and the specifics on how to pick pear shaped diamonds, I still find myself struggling to differentiate diamonds by their fire and brilliance (the sparkle) when looking at James Allen. I’m also not sure I …
Hello, I would like to upgrade my 0.5 ct. round diamond that my husband got for me 15 years ago to 0.9-1 ct. My current stone is very nice with a perfect cut. I would like to have a nice one, ideal cut as well. Color H or better. I would prefer to stay with …
Hi Team, I have a yellow gold solitaire ring with yellow gold prongs and I’m looking for a diamond to pair it with. Budget of ~$500, round or princess cut. I’m in the UK. Could you take a look for me please? Thank you for your time. Here are two round diamonds and one princess …
Hi there, I’m looking to buy a diamond ring. It will be mounted on the 14K White Gold Marquise Shape Three Stone Ring. My budget for the diamond alone is around 4,000 CAD. I’m ok with lower ct weight 0.8 or 0.9 for a better stone. I chose this stone that I’m asking you to …
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