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What are your thoughts on this M colored diamond for a 18k yellow gold setting? I can go with 1.4 carats … Read the rest

| Anonymous Reader

Which would you say is the best value?

• 1.20 Carat D-SI2 Excellent Cut Round Diamond – $4,670
• 1.30 Carat G-SI2 Excellent Cut

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Hi Sebastian, just a quick question. If you had to choose between these three diamonds, what would you choose? We're looking to … Read the rest

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I have a 1.3 round brilliant, VSI, F color, no fluorescence, 61% table, symmetry and polish are good—all details from my GIA … Read the rest

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Hope you are well 🙂 I wanted to get your expert guidance on 4 stones that I have shortlisted. Can you … Read the rest

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I've been sifting through diamonds on James Allen and reading online to educate myself as much as possible for the … Read the rest

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Our 50th wedding anniversary will be in January next year. I would like to buy my wife an anniversary ring … Read the rest

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I'm a newbie and am looking for an engagement ring for my girlfriend. She is very simple and has communicated … Read the rest

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Hi Sebastian, I wanted your opinion on this diamond. It is a faint brown K and I love the pink, but I … Read the rest

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I recently purchased a one carat F-IF diamond from James Allen. When I called to order a diamond that I had chosen … Read the rest

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Hello Sebastian,

My fiance and I chose the diamond below ($15,700) for my engagement ring. I have attached the idealscope image of … Read the rest

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What are your thoughts on this M colored diamond for a 18k yellow gold setting? I can go with 1.4 carats … Read the rest

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Hi Sebastian! Love the site, was hoping you could help me here…

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Firstly, thanks for putting together such a helpful website. As a diamond-buying rookie, I had no idea where to turn … Read the rest

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My fiancé and I are currently on the hunt for an engagement ring. I stumbled across your site a little … Read the rest

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My budget is about $6000-$7000. I am looking to get the biggest solitaire stone without noticeably compromising the clarity and … Read the rest

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Would you be so kind as to give me an opinion on this stone? I have used the Tables to try … Read the rest

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I have been looking at diamonds for weeks! I have made two trips to NYC and seen many diamonds in … Read the rest

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I'm looking for the best band for my buck. Princess cut, under $7500. It will be set in a 14k white … Read the rest

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I found your website super interesting. I'm looking to hear your opinion about one diamond.

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Sebastian,

Firstly, thank you for the very informative articles on your website and the opportunity to email you for some advice! I … Read the rest

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First of all, thank you so much for providing detailed information on diamonds and especially super ideal round cut proportions. … Read the rest

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I been studying a lot about the ring I want to make and wanted to get a few input/guidelines from … Read the rest

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I bought a diamond from James Allen and would like your opinion on it. I know it's not the best … Read the rest

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I wish I have found your page way earlier! Can you please give your opinion on GIA 2155809454?

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I’ve been looking at James Allen site. Would you please give your suggestions on the specs below. Looking for best bang for … Read the rest

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I am looking for loose diamonds that will be used as earrings for my wife. I am hoping to spend less … Read the rest

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Hello. I am shopping for an engagement ring (my boyfriend is letting me take the lead). Another blogger I found online recommended … Read the rest

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Thank you for offering this advice to people. The process of searching, especially online, has been stressful. I am seeking a 1.5 … Read the rest

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I'm a medical student searching for an engagement ring. I have found a 1.5ct, G SI2 triple excellent round cut … Read the rest

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Please tell me your thoughts on the following stone, which I recently purchased. The GIA report is – GIA Cert. # 6272978497… Read the rest

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Hi, I am interested in an emerald cut diamond somewhere around 1.1 carat and was wondering if you might give me some … Read the rest

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Hi Sebastian, I have read through a lot of your website, it is very helpful and you should be proud. I have … Read the rest

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Hi Sebastian, I have read through a lot of your site and it is excellent. Unfortunately, I am a person that can … Read the rest

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Hi there, saw these two diamonds from WF. The price difference between these 2 is usd1,000. With my inexperienced eyes, the F … Read the rest

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Hi Sebastian, I was searching online to learn more about diamond inclusions specifically about feather, when I saw your page and it … Read the rest

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Hi Sebastian, I purchased a diamond and the on-dealer has sent the wrong stone to me, it's a round brilliant 2.21ct E/VS1 … Read the rest

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Hello Sebastian,

Great site and love your work! Really invaluable. I am deciding between these 2 diamonds.

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Hi Sebastian, I am looking for 3.6-4.0 carat, excellent cut, J color and VS2 clarity round diamond. The carat weight is important … Read the rest

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I have been reading your site and educating myself for some time now as we are about to purchase a … Read the rest

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I am looking for 3.6-4.0 carat, excellent cut, J color and VS2 clarity round diamond. The carat weight is important … Read the rest

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Thank you for sharing your insight and advise. I have been trying to decide between two stones. Please provide your opinion on … Read the rest

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Hi Sebastian, I'm messaging you to ask your opinion about a diamond I'm currently looking at for an engagement ring.

I've found … Read the rest

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Hi there, I have a 4 carat marquise stone, being in M color with strong flo, the stone itself sometimes looks lemony, … Read the rest

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Hi Sebastian, I'm deciding between the following 3 diamonds from James Allen. Please have a look at the diamonds I listed below:… Read the rest

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Hello Sebastian, please tell me which diamond is the better choice (both are round brilliant):

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Hi Sebastian, I’d really appreciate a quick review here. Thanks a lot!

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Dear Sebastian, I found your website while trying to learn more about diamonds. As a guy with no prior knowledge on diamonds, … Read the rest

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Hello Sebastian, I’m getting so overwhelmed looking at diamonds from jewelers in brick and mortar to looking online. When I first started … Read the rest

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Hi Sebastian, thank you for your articles, I've found them very helpful! Looking for a center diamond for an engagement ring, (possibly … Read the rest