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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Hello. I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed with my options here. I’ve picked out a somewhat simple white gold setting from James Allen but now I have the daunting task of choosing a diamond. Here is the setting I’ve picked out: 14K White Gold Twisted Pave Shank Contemporary Solitaire I want an Ideal or True Hearts …
Hello. My budget for the stone is $2,800. I will use a petite micropavé ring in rose gold. I feel that this stone is good value: Blue Nile LD10665428 I also found this: Blue Nile LD13170410 As for the two diamonds you found, here are my comments: Blue Nile LD10665428 – Nice diamond. But the …
Hello, I have a few questions regarding a diamond on Blue Nile. I’m hoping you can address them. Here is the diamond – Blue Nile LD12866175 Can you advise on whether this appears to be an eye-clean diamond? I see the feather in 10x but I’m thinking it might be invisible to the naked eye. …
Hello Diamond Pros! I’ve really loved your website and have scoured it end-to-end to learn as much as I can. Despite my best efforts, though, I still have a hard time gauging brilliance and clarity from photos. I thought I would pitch this to you to get your help before I make the big purchase! …
Looking for a radiant half a carrat or higher. I would like the ratio to be square. Looking to spend no greater than $1,500 on stone. What setting are you planning to go with? I think this one: 14K White Gold Twisted Vine Engagement Ring Thank you for the additional info. Here are some beautiful …
I want to buy a pair of diamond earrings for my wife. I want a white gold setting, I’m not sure what would be the best grade and colour for diamond earrings. Also she does not like big earrings so I thought about studs but I’m not sure what size diamonds would be best. Any …
Hi there. First just want to say your site rocks (all puns intended:)). The quality of the information and clear detailed explanation is fantastic! I am planning to purchase an engagement for my girlfriend and your site has convinced me that on-line is the way I will go. I was wondering if I could ask …
Hi. Looking to buy earrings studs for my wife. Budget $7,000. I was thinking 0.8 carat each. F colour, VS1 ideal cut. For studs, the diamonds must be within 1% of each other on the table size and the diameter of the diamonds should be the same. Under 1ct, the difference in average diameter should …
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