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.
Use the filter below to find Q&As relevant to your diamond search:
I am considering this diamond. Am I paying up too much for the color and IF? Thanks. Blue Nile LD13233879 Blue Nile LD13233879– That stone is nice. But we don’t recommend overpaying for such a high clarity/color. However, it’s a matter of personal taste and preference. If you want to stick with IF D diamonds, …
I am trying to purchase an engagement ring for my girlfriend on Blue Nile and my budget is $9,000. I would like to get the best quality diamond with the setting I selected Riviera Pavé Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum (5/8 ct. tw.) which is $2,490. Blue Nile LD13368544 What is the best quality princess cut …
Hi, I’d like to request your expertise in finding a diamond engagement ring: Round cut, about 1.35ct, 14k white gold solitaire setting, $8~9k budget for just the diamond.My goal is to get a diamond with a great cut, eye-clean, and as much brilliance as the budget will support 🙂 I’m also looking for a matching …
Hello, I am looking to buy an engagement ring for my girlfriend. I am looking for an oval diamond that will go in a white gold halo setting. I’ve done a fair amount of research (how I found your site) and have looked at some diamonds at a jeweler. My budget for a diamond is …
Hello! Let me start by complimenting you all on what is BY FAR the best website related to diamond information. You’re open and honest, truly a diamond in the rough these days (har har). I’m currently planning on using the James Allen upgrade program, but am having some difficulty choosing a diamond this time around. …
Hi there, I have been shopping for an engagement ring for a while and I’m asking for your help in regards to choosing the right diamond. I have decided to buy a ring from James Allen after doing my research and exploring all of my options. I have narrowed it down to a few settings …
Hi. I am looking for a round diamond, 1.4-1.6 ct (closer to 1.4 is fine, will sacrifice size for cut), color grade H-G or higher, up to $12.5k for the diamond, platinum solitaire setting. The most important thing for me is the cut. I would go with Brian Gavin, but I want a James Allen …
Hi, I am looking for a round diamond on Blue Nile for an engagement ring. The budget is £4,500 maximum for the diamond alone. From research, I would like: 0,7 – 0.85ct Colour F, but G minimum. VVS2, but VS1 minimum if eye clean. 59 – 62.3% depth 54-57% table culet: none cut ideal polish …
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