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 looking for a ring in around 2000$ budget, platinum setting. I have find few that I like on bluenile and would like to know ur opinion. I am looking for a 0.48 to 0.50 carat, G color, GIA ideal cut, depth 58% to 62% and table 53% to 58%. Here is what I …
I am hoping to purchase an engagement ring in the $3,500-$4,000 range. I read all your handy articles about how to really pick out something good and this one seems to fit all my criteria. The only thing is that inclusion is right in the center! What do you think? https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/J-SI1-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1346302.asp James Allen James Allen …
Thank you very much for your education on the diamond industry. I had done a good bit of research before a friend recommended your site, and i was well prepared for the second-tier learning you offer. I also appreciate the James Allen recommendation, that site is great. I am looking at a fixed budget purchase …
hi, I am looking to buy an engagement ring from James Allen having looked at all online options.I’m based in Ireland so buying in store not an option with prices here! I have decided on a setting but am unsure what diamond to go for.Budget remaining for diamond alone is $2000,the one I am looking …
I have a question regarding a Princess Diamond, just to know if it is a Good Stone… My budget is around 2500usd… Here are the Specs of the stone please let me know if it’s worth to buy it, the Cost is 2400usd… Princess Diamond Carat.- 0.70 Color.- G Clarity.- VS2 Measurement.- 4.73×4.74×3.6 Depth: 76.1% …
Your site has been extremely helpful and educational. My boyfriend and I have been shopping for engagement rings for about a month. We have decided to purchase from James Allen. We have a budget of $3,000 for the diamond. I like a more square cut diamond and have been looking at cushion cut diamonds. I …
I was wondering if you could kindly help/advise me on an engagement ring for my girlfriend. She’s 3 years older than me and she’s always felt a little sensitive about it so I’m not sure on whether Princess or Round or the setting. I’m looking for a 1.5-2ct and my budget is around 10-15k USD. …
If you had to choose between these two diamonds – which would you choose? https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/G-VS2-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1317097.asp https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/G-SI1-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1344952.asp My budget is $8,200 max and I would like a diamond that shines and sparkles the most (hence why I am only looking at TH diamonds). I am open to Ideal cut diamonds but I have seen the TH …
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