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.
Use the filter below to find Q&As relevant to your diamond search:
First off – thank you for a VERY helpful and informative site. I’ve read it front to back. With all the knowledge you’ve equipped me with, I have set out to buy a diamond for an engagement ring. My budget for the diamond is $8,000, I’d like to stay at “I” or better for color, …
Stumbled across your site trying to learn more about diamonds. It’s been a tremendous help, so thanks for your service. I’d like to ask for your help with finding a diamond online within or under my budget – $12,500ish. Preference is for a princess cut. Would prefer a lack of color to the naked eye, …
Hi. I’m trying to choose between these diamonds. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Here are the links to each diamond. I’d like to keep the price of the diamond below $8k and around 1 carat. Is True hearts a more noticable upgrade than paying more for an E color vs H? If you see …
After doing some research on engagement ring diamonds, would you recommend the following? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.04-carat-g-color-i1-clarity-very-good-cut-sku-156698?a_aid=dmnd1357 If yes, could you please recommend a similar diamond with the same round shape and minimum 1.0 carat, but on a lower budget (less than $3,300). Thanks James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology …
Looking for a round GIA true hearts for this setting in the 1 to 2 ct size that looks marvelous and meets your criteria for visual and value . Like to keep it under 10K. https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/side-stones/18k-white-gold-tapered-baguette-diamond-engagement-ring-item-7746?a_aid=dmnd1357 James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology is the same as inspecting …
Thank you for putting together this wonderful website. I am still a bit lost in making an informed decision and I thank you for your help. I am looking for a diamond that is between .70 and 1 carat in size with a round cut. I would like to keep the price below $3000. From …
I have come across your website and I believe have learned a ton regarding what to look for vs the ‘hype’ categories. Having said that I am about to make a rather large engagement ring purchase and would like to make sure I give myself the best possible diamond for my budget, since, well she’s …
Hi, your website is excellent, thank you for doing this. I would be so lost without this site. i am looking for a round diamond in the $7k – 8k range with a color of I or higher, excellent cut (gia), and as large a carat as possible. Clarity is where i am getting stumped, …
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