Author: Mike Fried

Q&A: Choosing a 1.5 Ct. Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Setting with Platinum Prongs Within a $8k-$9k Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

Hello Diamond Pros, first, I want to start by saying that I really enjoy your site. I’ve been doing quite a bit of research lately and I can tell you that there’s no site that provides this kind of honest information and help finding the best bang for your buck. So now that’s out of …

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Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond for a Platinum Solitaire Setting for a $15k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hello, I’m buying an engagement ring and have roughly $15k to spend. As of now I’m leaning towards Tiffany, round shape diamond, the classic with either the tiffany setting or the Novo. I understand that I’m paying for brand name and recognition but I have a hard time going with an online retailer because I am …

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Q&A: Help Deciding on a ~ 1 Ct. Round Diamond for a Platinum Pave Setting

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

Hi, I’m looking for a diamond that’s ~one carat in either this setting: www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/pave/platinum-petite-diamond-accent-engagement-ring-item-50319?a_aid=dmnd1357 or Blue Nile Petite Diamond Engagement Ring I prefer the blue Nile setting more, but I find it difficult to choose a diamond on blue Nile without pictures. My budget is around $10,000 to $11,000 Canadian, which is about $8,000 USD …

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Q&A: Help Choosing a Round or Cushion Cut Diamond for a White Gold Halo Setting for Around $7k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Thank you so much for all of the information you provide, this site has been a huge help already! I am hoping that you can help me track down a great diamond on James Allen. I am looking for a round diamond to put in a halo setting. My budget is around $7000 for the …

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Q&A: Choosing a 1 Ct. Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Solitaire Setting Within a $2k to $3k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi, I am looking at buying an engagement ring with a diamond appox. 1 carat in size. In your opinion, would the following diamond be a good choice? If not, is there a diamond you would recommend that is approximately 1 carat in the $2000-$3000USD range? www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.96-carat-k-color-si2-clarity-very-good-cut-sku-2038222?a_aid=dmnd1357 I looked at the diamond and to be …

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Q&A: Looking for a 0.9 Ct. Round Diamond for a Pave Halo Setting with a $4,000 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I found a platinum setting on the James Allen website that I really like so I want to find a diamond to go with it from the same site. I want the best bang for my buck without any flaws visible to the naked eye. I would like a round cut at least .9 carat …

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Q&A: Picking a 0.7 Ct. Round Diamond for a White Gold Halo Setting with Around $2,500 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi! First off thank you so much for doing this, I have learned so much from your site! I wanted to get your advice on an engagement ring. I am looking for a round diamond minimum size of .70 preferably a little bigger with max sparkle for a halo setting with a budget around 2,500 …

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Q&A: Choosing a 1 Ct. Round Diamond for a White Gold Engagement Ring with a $7.5k to $8.5k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi, I stumbled upon your site by accident and I’m glad I did. It was a great read for a newbie diamond buyer like myself. I’m in the market for an engagement ring. I have 7.5k to 8.5k budget with setting. I would like to get a great 1ct round diamond to go with the …

About the author

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.