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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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Hi Diamond Pros, I am trying to buy two loose diamonds. Round and oval. I am trying to keep the total cost at/under $20k for both diamonds. Here is what I found on Blue Nile: OVAL: Blue Nile LD13989720 ROUNDS: Blue Nile LD14024208 and Blue Nile LD13598558 Any words of wisdom? I do not have …
Hi, thank you for the excellent website. I am looking to purchase an engagement ring from James Allen, with a budget around $5,000 including the setting, which will be a 14k white gold pave band, estimated cost around $600, which would leave me with about $4,400 for the diamond. I was thinking at least 1 …
Hi, I have read many of your articles and gained a lot of knowledge. Of course, you are best at what you do and I would love your feedback on this diamond: Blue Nile LD14181047 It’s not a bad option, but its cut is quite mediocre, you can definitely do better. I found this gorgeous …
I’m looking for a marquise diamond around 1 carat and under $5,000. Here is the setting I have in mind: Platinum Three Stone Pear Shaped Engagement Ring In addition to the G-H color range usually being the best value, I thought it might be wise to stay in that range to minimize any perception of …
Hi, Can you help me compare the three diamonds I picked? Blue Nile LD13895999 Blue Nile LD14212460 Blue Nile LD14114517 Blue Nile LD13895999 – It’s a superbly cut diamond. Blue Nile LD14212460 – Very nice. Blue Nile LD14114517 – Perfect diamond. Which one would you recommend between the two? Blue Nile LD14212460 Blue Nile LD14114517 …
Hi there, Is this a good diamond? www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/1.62-carat-e-color-vs2-clarity-sku-9449258?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/1.62-carat-e-color-vs2-clarity-sku-9449258?a_aid=dmnd1357 Unfortunately, it has a very strong black windowing. You want to avoid these black looking diamonds as much as possible. Would you like me to recommend some nice options? Do you have a budget for the stone? How about this one? www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/1.62-carat-d-color-vs2-clarity-sku-9450535?a_aid=dmnd1357 I don’t want to …
Hi, I’ve selected this ring: Three-Stone Pavé Diamond Engagement Ring 14k White Gold Blue Nile LD14101461 Blue Nile LD13837637-LD13885161 Would you recommend any changes? I’m not sure what’s a good balance in terms of specifications for the central diamond and the two smaller ones on each side. Unfortunately, I wouldn’t recommend the diamonds you selected. …
Hi, I have a couple of diamonds I’d like you to review for your opinion on value. I’m looking for a round diamond with Ideal cut around 2 ct. www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/2.02-carat-j-color-vs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-9312089?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/2.01-carat-j-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-7455869?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/2.10-carat-j-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-9051820?a_aid=dmnd1357 Blue Nile LD13875109 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/2.10-carat-j-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-9051820?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/2.01-carat-j-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-7455869?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/2.02-carat-j-color-vs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-9312089?a_aid=dmnd1357 We recommend avoiding the IGI lab if possible. They are looser in grading than the GIA. Stick …
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