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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, I’m shopping around for a loose diamond in the $5,000 price range. Based on your positive reviews, I have considered James Allen. My specifications are 1.10 to 1.20 carats. H or I color and VS2. Can you please help me find a diamond with these specifications? I would like a clean stone and a …
I’m currently looking for a ~1 carat round diamond in the price range of $6-7k (AUD). Have done a bit of research and am currently happy with this one: Classic Six-Claw Solitaire Engagement Ring Blue Nile LD02827887 Do you think this is suitable? If not, where can I do better? Thanks for all of your …
Love your Blog,I’m ready to take the plunge with my GF and i am looking for a diamond ring.I live in Australia but plan on proposing when we visit America early 2013. I have read everything on your site and other places and i have reached the stage of reading so much i am back …
Thank you for your wonderfully informative website. I have learned so much. I need your assistance in buying an engagement ring. I like this setting https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/wedding-ring-sets/platinum-0-54ct-common-prong-brilliant-diamond-ring-set-11119p-14057p.html, and am looking for a princess cut or cushion cut diamond with a maximum price of $3,500 (closer to $3,000 would be better). Based on the guidance on your …
Your site has been a tremendous help to me. I am sure others are as grateful for your unbiased advice as I am. I am hoping you can recommend a few cushion cut diamonds in the $13-17k range. I am looking for a stone that is 2-2.3 carats and is cut close to a 1:1 …
I am looking to buy a cushion cut diamond for around $8000 or less from James Allen. I want it to be as square as possible and around the 1.2-1.3 carat size minimum and at least G colour. I was wondering if you would be able to help me know what the best ones are? …
I’m almost brain dead in lookng for a cushion cut diamond on-line that will go nicely on a Neil Lane Bridal ring my wife picked out (see link below) and stay close to $3000 without sacraficing the quality/look of the diamond on the ring. http://www.jared.com/en/jaredstore/engagement—wedding/neil-lane-bridal–153%3b-14k-gold-1-1-8-ct-tw-diamond-ring-setting-56190020099–1/100222/100222.100224.100234 She wants the modern facet structure but without the crush …
I would love some advice. Feeling a little overwhelmed with the options out there. I am looking for either a round or princess (strongly leaning princess) cut diamond. I have been following Blue Nile but recently heard of James Allen and would be open to either. I have a total budget of $8,000-9,000 and would …
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