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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 have just found this site and wish I had sooner. I am just about to pull the trigger on a 1.25 g vs2 and have some last minute concerns with the inclusions on the lab report. I really would like to get your opinion on this https://www.briangavindiamonds.com/diamonds/diamond-details/1.250-g-vs2-round-diamond-ags-104059709146 Please let me know if you could, …
Deciding between these two: https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/G-VS2-Excellent-Cut-Round-Diamond-1502933.asp and https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/H-VVS1-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1464793.asp Thoughts? How much of a difference is the ideal cut going to make? I’ll be putting this in a platinum solitaire setting and I hope to order tomorrow. Thanks! James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology is the same as inspecting …
Your site has been very helpful in terms of understanding all the terminology around loose diamonds!!! My husband is replacing my wedding set, and I have fallen in love with this set: http://www.diamond-me.com/rings/gemstones-rings/1-carat-blue-sapphire-diamond-wedding-rings-set-in-14k-white-gold-746.html With this set, I have the ability to upgrade from a 1/3 carat center diamond. The jeweler recommended only going to a …
I have a question about cushion cut diamonds. I have noticed that some of the diamonds I have looked at on James Allen have certificates that have the statement “Crown angles greater than 40 degrees” under additional comments. What type of affect does this have on the diamond(other than lower price)? I know that crown …
I really appreciate the site. The engagement ring process is pretty daunting and your articles really helped. The situation: My girlfriend and I have been going out long enough (almost 6 years) that we talk openly about getting engaged, which is great because I have gotten more than “hints” when it comes to what kind …
I just wanted to say thank you. I also want to make a small charitable donation to the charity of your choice (or if you prefer I can just give you the money directly via paypal) for all your ridiculously amazing free info you provided me. I sent you an email earlier today (where I …
I’m looking at diamond studs for my wife. My budget is $1500-$1600 and looking for 0.75 ctw. I prefer James Allen since I have purchased from them before. My wife wants platinum setting and I found they have pre-set studs in platinum for $1575 0.75ctw H-I, SI (non-certified). Should I just get this pair and …
I had emailed you yesterday but realized I provided the wrong email address. Above is my correct email address. I plan to propose to my girl friend towards the end of August and am looking for a round diamond in the 10K range. The setting will be Pave to go with this diamond. In my conversations with …
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