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Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond for a White Gold Tapered Pavé With Around $10k Budget

By Mike Fried,

Author: Mike Fried


Q&A: Help Choosing a Pear-Shaped Diamond With a $4,000 Budget

Hi, I am currently looking for an engagement ring and I am hoping you can give me advice on the perfect ring for the best price! My budget is approx. £3000 however with your advice, if I could find a beautiful ring that is slightly cheaper, that would be great! I have been looking on …



Q&A: Experience Shopping for Diamond Studs on a 2k Budget

Q&A: Experience Shopping for Diamond Studs on a 2k Budget

I recently set out to purchase a pair of diamond studs for my wife to give as a gift on our upcoming anniversary. As someone who likes to research and make informed purchases, I found the information that you provide on your website to be invaluable. Interestingly enough, my wife is very modest and isn’t …



Q&A: Looking for an Oval-Shaped Diamond for a White Gold Halo Setting With a $4k Budget

Hi! I’m searching for an oval diamond for this setting: www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/halo/14k-white-gold-pave-halo-diamond-engagement-ring-oval-center-item-17457?a_aid=dmnd1357 My budget for the diamond is $3200. I know from her best friend that she would prefer a diamond in the 0.8 carat range, she thinks anything above 1 is a little big for her taste. I’m wondering if you could help guide me …


Q&A: Help Finding a Diamond Bridal Set for Under $2,000 In Total

I’m looking for a beautiful ring, but don’t have much money. My girlfriend would like it to have small diamonds down the sides, but a large diamond in the center that doesn’t stick up too far. I am sorry for not knowing technical terms and not being very specific, but I would really appreciate help. …



About the author

Mike Fried Mike Fried Mike Fried has over 25 years experience in the diamond industry working with Leo Schachter Diamonds, Moshe Namdar Diamonds, and joining The Diamond Pro in 2007. He is recognized as an industry expert and has been quoted in publications such as Us, People, Page Six, The Next Web and more.

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