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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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Hi, I’ve bought a ring from Blue Nile – 0.72 GIA XXX, E, IF with minor polish and faint flouresence. Today I received the ring and I think the diamond is cloudy. I was hoping I could ask for a second opinion based on the pictures I have taken in various lights? Can you send …
Hi! I just ordered this stone: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/oval-cut/1.06-carat-d-color-if-clarity-sku-6888082?a_aid=dmnd1357 I’d love your perspective on this stone as the center piece for a micro-pave band solitaire engagement ring. The diamond has fantastic specs and will look amazing in a micro-pave ring. Go for it, it’s an excellent option. Thank you so much!!! James Allen James Allen is the …
Hi there, Thanks to your invaluable guides and articles I have been able to put together a very nice engagement ring on James Allen. The setting I decided on is this one: PLATINUM PAVE ACCENTED DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING Even though I found a center stone that I believe was a bargain (round, 0.8ct, eye clean …
Hello. Thank you for your advice. Could you help me with the ring? My budget is <2k, I want round diamond with a plain ring. What would you say about this combination: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.50-carat-d-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-7269832?a_aid=dmnd1357 14K WHITE GOLD BYPASS ENGAGEMENT RING No, this is not an engagement ring. She got one 40 years ago 🙂 Thank you. …
Hi, thanks for all the good information. I am looking for a pair of diamond studs. My budget is $8000 (give or take) and I’m struggling to find the best pair. In part because I’m reluctant to give up the cert because something tells me it will help the diamond retain its value (maybe a …
Hi there, I’m after an oval solitaire diamond ring with a simple skinny band. Not sure what colour band yet. My budget is about £5k. For an oval solitaire ring, I’d recommend either an H color (for a white gold/platinum/rose gold band) or an I color (yellow gold) to make sure there wouldn’t be any …
Hey Diamond Pro, My girlfriend likes this setting from James Allen. PLATINUM 1.5MM COMFORT FIT ENGAGEMENT RING, 4 prongs She really liked the 1.3 carat, H color diamond she tried on at a local jeweler. Which H color diamond would you choose from James Allen if you had $9,000 to spend on a diamond? Thank …
Hi – I’m looking to purchase an oval diamond in the range of 2.5-3.0 carats. Looking for good value, so aiming for G-H color and VS2-SI1. Also targeting large table in order to find something that looks bigger than carats might suggest. I found this diamond and would love to get your read on if …
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