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Q&A: Choosing a Cushion Cut Diamond for a Solitaire Yellow Gold Setting for Under $7k In Total

By Mike Fried,

Author: Mike Fried



Q&A: Help Finding a Center Stone for a Yellow Gold Three Stone Setting

Have you any thoughts on purchases through ice.com – can you point me to a review on your site. I’m looking at this ring, can you recommend a better value elsewhere? https://www.ice.com/rings/wedding-rings/bridal-sets/c/1497/1-8-9-ct-tw-lucida-three-stone-princess-cut-bridal-set-in-18k-yellow-gold-amc-abs1042i118ky100p/p/269636 That is in terms of the main ring (with three stones). Thank you for your help. …… I had written another question previously, …




Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond with Fluorescence for a White Gold Setting with a $3500 Total Budget

Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond with Fluorescence for a White Gold Setting with a $3500 Total Budget

I’d like to get a diamond with a somewhat blue fluorescence for an engagement ring (white gold). My budget is $3500, but I’d like to stay below $3000. I’ve found this: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.73-carat-g-color-vs1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-1986514?a_aid=dmnd1357 And was about to buy, but thought I’d get some advice first. Thanks! The diamond you found is well cut and eye-clean, but …


Q&A: Looking for a 0.9 Ct. Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Pavé Setting for Around $3,500 Budget

I am trying to find a engagement ring with the following specifications. Diamond round shape, excellent cut, vs2 or vs1 for a ring like this 14K YELLOW GOLD TAPERED PAVE ENGAGEMENT RING SKU:17679Y14 My budget for the diamond and the ring is$3,500.  Have a look at this diamond: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.82-carat-j-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2153197?a_aid=dmnd1357 It’s beautifully cut, colorless and eye-clean. Let …


Q&A: Asking for a Second Opinion on a 1.16 Ct. Round Diamond for ~$7k

 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.16-carat-h-color-if-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2272825?a_aid=dmnd1357 Thoughts on this diamond? Seems it is odd it is an “IF” at this price.  Can you tell me how much it was? I noticed that the stone is not available at the moment. Did you put it on hold?  Thanks for the response! Yes we asked them to put it on hold for …


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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