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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 am trying to find a 1 carat princess cut diamond. I am concerned about getting the best value for my money and as long as it is eye clear do not care if there are microscopic flaws. I have seen that you have give many people great advice and suggestions on your website. When …
I’m really struggling on which attributes of a diamond are really most important. I’ve been looking for a round, ideal cut 1.90-2.00 carat diamond with F-G color, VS1-VS2 clarity and no florescence. Are there attributes which I should loosen in order to get a slightly cheaper diamond while still retaining all the qualities I want …
I’m currently looking for an engagement ring. I have religiously gone through your Diamond Education section as well as some of the previous posts on the website. Seeing the advice that you have given to many, I went to JamesAllen website and searched for the perfect. Oh my, it was so mind boggling! I would …
I’m considering buying small diamond for my gem collection and am educating myself is this process. I can’t fathom the real reason for the price difference between these two stones. Stone 1: https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/E-VVS1-Excellent-Cut-Round-Diamond-1447436.asp Stone 2: https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/F-VVS2-Excellent-Cut-Round-Diamond-1457187.asp Stone 1 has better grade and color. Both have an excellent cut. Yes, Stone 1 is 1 point smaller …
I am currently looking for a GIA/AGL diamond that is Carat: 1.6-1.9 Colour: G or H colour Clarity: SI2 that is eye clean Cut:Excellent/Ieal Polish/Symmetry: excellent Flurescence: none to slight My budget is $15000 but I prefer to spend no more than $14000. I am currently trying to sell my current .85 GIA Excellent E …
The information on your site has been extremely helpful to me. I have chosen a setting off of james allen, and I would appreciate some recommendations for a center stone diamond for a three stone engagement ring. My budget is $7,000, I would like an eye clean, round brilliant, minimum 1.0 carat stone. As much …
I was hoping that you could give me some advice in chosing a diamond. I’m looking for a princess cut, eye-clean, well cut diamond, as close to 1c as possible, that will give be the best bang (and sparkle) for the buck. I have included links to a few that I think may be possibilities. …
Is is realistic to be looking for a 1ct round brilliant SI1 G excellent cut that is eye clean that is GIA or AGS certified in the $6500 range ? If so, would you be able to recommend some please? Also, is it that much cheaper to purchase online compared to a B&M? Thanks! James …
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