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Three Stone Engagement Rings – Determining Diamond Size Ratio

Q: Hello Liz, I’m looking for three stone engagement rings in a trellis style platinum setting. She prefers round diamonds.... View Article

Buying Diamonds Online – Transparency and Honesty

Q: Hello Liz, Buying diamonds online has got my head is really spinning with all the different numbers and various... View Article

How To Take Care of Your Diamond Engagement Ring

Do you know how to take care of your diamond engagement ring? Many people don’t realize that maintaining a diamond... View Article

Blue Nile Princess Cut Diamond Advice and Recommendation

Q: Hi Liz, I’m in my final stages of buying a Blue Nile princess cut diamond and engagement ring. I’ve... View Article

Zoara Diamond Advice and Recommendations For Princess Lovers

Q: Hi Liz, I’m looking for a princess cut diamond and need some Zoara diamond advice. My budget is $8,500.00... View Article

Zoara Diamond Opinion and Recommendation

Q: Hi Liz, I will like your opinion of this Zoara diamond: http://www.zoara.com/diamonds/p_round_excellent_cut_d_vs2?s_text=D16272024871#?p=8421985 Also, if I am trying to stay... View Article

ODBA Recommends 1.52ct H VS1 From James Allen

Q: Hello Liz, I am in the process of buying an engagement ring for my girlfriend. I came across ODBA,... View Article

Choosing An Oval Diamond From Blue Nile with $15k Budget

Q: Hi Liz, I am looking for an oval diamond engagement ring with a micro-pave band. I am trying to... View Article

Square Cushion Cut Diamonds with $23K Budget

Q: Hi Liz, I’ve been on the market for 2.00 -2.00+ square cushion cut diamonds for a few months now... View Article

1.84ct I VS2 Cushion Cut Diamond from Blue Nile

Blue Nile Cushion Cut Engagement Ring – How To Choose Between Different Vendors

Q: Hello Liz, I am trying to find a cushion cut diamond. One that is more rounded on the edges.... View Article

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