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Frequently asked questions about diamonds and engagement rings

The 29 questions I receive most often, answered with precision, straight-talking, by someone who knows the subject from the inside.

The 4Cs Antique diamonds GIA / HRD / IGI Certificates Natural vs Lab-grown Engagement ring Choosing your mounting Buying & budget Care & insurance

The 4Cs, Carat, Colour, Clarity, Cut

Antique diamonds & Art Deco style

Comparison of Old Mine and Old European antique cuts

GIA, HRD and IGI certificates

Natural diamond vs lab-grown diamond

Engagement ring

Choosing your mounting

Setting styles: solitaire, halo, three-stone, pavé 4-prong versus 6-prong setting

Buying & budget

Care & insurance

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