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:
Dear Sir or Madam, I am in process of buying a diamond ring with a pave setting. I think round cut is the most classic and I personally liked it the most. Diamond I am looking should be at least 1 carat. As I want most for my money I am turning to your expertise. …
Hello. I am in the market for an emerald shaped engagement ring, and per your suggestion I have been searching on Blue Nile and James Allen. I know from reading your articles that Cut is one of the most important C’s. However neither of these retailers offer an Excellent or Ideal cut…they only go up …
Hi there, I’m looking to buy an engagement ring and was hoping you could help. I’m looking for a diamond approx. 1 carat in size round cut. I would like a solitaire style platinum ring 6 claw with a fine band. My budget is approx. AUD$8,000 for the complete package. I’ve searched just a little …
Hello, I’m wondering if you could help me decide between these three diamonds. www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/2.04-carat-g-color-vvs2-clarity-sku-10911981?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/2.03-carat-f-color-vvs2-clarity-sku-11298301?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/2.25-carat-h-color-vvs1-clarity-sku-10962932?a_aid=dmnd1357 The fact that they are lab grown and not natural makes no difference to me, assuming everything I have read online about them being indistinguishable to the naked eye is true. The diamond will be mounted on a 14 …
Hi there, I’m currently looking for an oval diamond to go into a white gold twisted/split band with either two light coloured rubies or ceylon sapphires on either side. I’ve been looking on your fantastic website for advice which led me to finding what look to be some pretty nice looking diamonds on James Allen …
Dear all, I am looking to buy an engagement ring, the budget would be around 2,000 Euro. This ring will be a platinum solitaire. White gold is also a possibility but I think platinum would be better. I’d like 0.5 carat, ideal cut, top tier color (F,E,D), ideal cut and clarity VS1 at least. I’d …
Hello, I’m hoping to buy a diamond from James Allen that is GIA graded. I think I picked out a nice oval cut diamond (it’s my future fiancee’s favorite shape) that will fit my budget (with a setting) of 5,000. I’ve read a little online about “black tie” in oval cut that can affect the …
Hi there, I am looking at buying from James Allen, but I’m from Australia so I want to make sure I’m getting the right stone the first time. I am looking for something around 1 carat, can be slightly less or up to 1.5. I’d like to keep the price under $10,000 AUD but would …
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