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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 Mike, this site has been incredibly useful for my engagement ring search, and I will be recommending it to all my friends!! I’m looking at James Allen’s True Hearts collection, round brilliant cut, G color, and VS1 clarity. Budget is $15K maximum. Two questions please, and thank you in advance! 1.https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.21-carat-g-color-vs1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-194649?a_aid=dmnd1357 is only $50 more …
I am looking at purchasing this James Allen setting in platinum: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/pave/platinum-0.32ct-french-cut-pave-diamond-engagement-ring–item-1301?a_aid=dmnd1357 With the side stones being F-G color, what is the lowest color you would recommend for the center stone? I’m looking to get the largest center stone I can with excellent cut, VS2 clarity, and the color you recommend. My budget is $6,500. …
I am looking for a cushion diamond for an engagement ring. Found this one James Allen. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.21-carat-h-color-si2-clarity-sku-187915?a_aid=dmnd1357 it would be set in a halo setting similar to this. https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/halo/18k-white-gold-pave-halo-and-shank-diamond-engagement-ring-cushion-center-item-17428?a_aid=dmnd1357 What do you think? My budget is around 4500 max for diamond. 5500 for the entire set up. I like the diamond that I viewed , …
I’m looking at a diamond from JA and would like to get your opinion on the grading and whether you feel it’s a good buy. I’ve read your insight on diamond clarity and color grades, and keeping it in mind as I search for a round cut diamond around 1.25 cts for under $6K. Thank …
I’m on James Allen website right now trying to narrow down my picks. I have 4 diamonds to choose from. 2 in the 1.5 carat range and 2 in the 1.2 carat range. If it were up to you which 2 would you choose? Here are the links for the 1.5 carat stones: https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.51-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-ideal-cut-sku-178806?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.50-carat-i-color-vs1-clarity-ideal-cut-sku-73760?a_aid=dmnd1357 …
I am looking for looking for a cushion cut diamond for a solitaire engagement ring. I would love to stay in the 8-10k range. I am not obsessed with carat sizes, but I would like as large of a stone I can afford. I have noticed on some of the stones i have looked at, …
First of all… thank you for offering this service! I’m looking to purchase an engagement ring in the next month or so. My budget for a stone is 6000 (plus or minus about 500) and I’ll spend up to about 1000 on the setting. Based on a ton of research over the last couple of …
Greetings! Thank you for what you do here! Would you say the inclusion in this diamond is prongable? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.01-carat-i-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-182463?a_aid=dmnd1357 More suggestions for similar price you might make? A speedy response would be appreciated. I’m ready to pull the trigger! Thank you! James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology is …
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