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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT GEMSTONES
Can I buy a loose gemstones from JamesAllen.com?
Yes, you can purchase any loose gemstone from our gemstone collection.
What size gemstone is best for an engagement ring?
The average gemstone size chosen for engagement rings is a 1.0 carat center stone. However, couples can opt for both smaller and larger gemstones.
What are the different gemstone shapes for engagement rings?
There is a wide selection of fancy-shaped gemstones to choose from. These include round, princess, cushion, emerald, oval, radiant, asscher, marquise, pear and heart shaped.
How to choose gemstone engagement rings?
Buying an engagement ring comes with many questions. At James Allen, we’re here to offer you 100% free advice and will assist you in understanding the best diamond quality for your budget and unique preferences. Our non-commissioned diamond and jewelry experts are available 24/7. Contact us here.
Are there alternative gemstones available, like aquamarine and blue topaz?
James Allen offers all birthstone gems, and morganites, in a range of fine jewelry pieces, from necklaces, rings, pendants and earrings. See our birthstone jewelry here.
Are James Allen gemstones real?
All gemstones found at James Allen are 100% natural and have been graded and examined by a professional GIA Graduate Gemologist.
How do I find the value of my gemstones?
You can find the value of your gemstone by having it examined and graded by a professional gemologist who will measure its carat weight, cut, clarity, and color. At James Allen, you will receive your gemstone’s GIA certificate upon delivery.
Are gemstones crystals?
In short, a gemstone can be a crystal but a crystal cannot be a gemstone. A gemstone can have a crystalline structure, however a crystal cannot be made into a gemstone composition.
How do gemstones get their color?
Gemstones get their color as a result of how they absorb and refract light.