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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 helping my son do the research. He would like to spend no more than $2,200 for the stone. He definitely wants an oval shape. Here are the links to what he picked out for the setting: 14K Yellow Gold Petite Pave Engagement Ring (Flush Fit) Petite Micropavé Diamond Engagement Ring in 14k Yellow …
My budget is $30k including the mount. For the mount, I’m looking at a platinum solitaire – nothing fancy. For the diamond, I’d like as close to 3ct as possible but eye clean. I’m looking at this www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/2.80-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-8473516?a_aid=dmnd1357 On the 360 view, I see an inclusion on the edge that looks like the mount might …
Hi there! My boyfriend and I have been learning a lot reading your excellent articles. We’d love your thoughts and expertise in selecting a diamond. We’ve narrowed it down to the following three lab-created diamonds on James Allen: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/2.83-carat-e-color-vs1-clarity-ideal-cut-sku-9085997?a_aid=dmnd1357 For the 3 arrows on the left, I can’t tell if they are pointing to specks …
Hi, I wanted to start off by saying a huge thank you! I’ve found the content on your website extremely helpful in my search for the perfect engagement ring for my girlfriend. I’ve managed to narrow down my search to the 2 below diamonds from James Allen: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.23-carat-e-color-vs2-clarity-ideal-cut-sku-8861809?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.22-carat-e-color-vs2-clarity-ideal-cut-sku-8861990?a_aid=dmnd1357 I believe the inclusions on both …
Hi, I am looking at buying an engagement ring. As of right now, the diamonds that I am looking at are from Blue Nile: Blue Nile LD13948707 Blue Nile LD13941141 I also plan on buying this setting: Petite Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum (1/10 ct. tw.) I am okay with the setting but for the …
Hi I’m looking for help purchasing a cushion cut diamond for an engagement ring. I would like to buy it from James Allen. I’m looking for it to be around 1 carat and square. Are there any diamonds you can recommend me that are around $3,000 or lower? I would like the diamond to be …
Hi, I would appreciate your advice. I am looking at buying my wife a ring to mark our tenth wedding anniversary and also the birth of our first child this year. Originally I was thinking about an eternity ring but she would like a diamond ring (think technically this is essentially an engagement ring that …
Hi, We are looking for a diamond for a ring. I have looked at several and have shortlisted these. I would greatly appreciate your insight into this. Budget is =< $7000. We want a round cut diamond. Blue Nile LD13423340 Blue Nile LD13505915 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.31-carat-i-color-vvs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-8568831 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.30-carat-i-color-vvs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-8043266 May I ask what style setting you want to put …
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