Author: Mike Fried

Q&A: Choosing a Cushion or Radiant Cut Canary Diamond with a $20k to $30k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I’m in process of buying an engagement ring and she / we really like the Canary diamonds. Saw several in a high end (but highly reputable and been in business for many, many years) jewelry store in Ponte Vedra, Florida, all with spectacular heirloom, antique style settings. But prices were also pretty amazing…top pick was …

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Q&A: Choosing a 1 – 1.2 Ct. Asscher Cut Diamond for a Platinum Pave Setting With Around $4,500 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hey diamond pro! I am in need of your help. I am currently looking on James Allen for an engagement ring. I have looked at your site, and it has been a tremendous help. I’m looking for a diamond between 1 and 1.2 carats in an Asscher cut. I have read your suggestions for this …

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Q&A: Looking for an Eye-Clean 2.7-3.2 Ct. Round Diamond for a White Gold Setting with Sidestones

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

I’m looking for a diamond for an engagement ring. My search criteria has been: 2.7-3.2 ct, G or better, Ex cut, VS2 or better, No fluorescence, GIA only. Looking for great value in this range. It seems to me there is better value in the market at SI1 as a compromise from these specs, but …

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Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond for a French band with Total Budget Around $10k

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

https://www.ritani.com/diamonds/round-diamond-1-22-Carat-E-color-GIA-certified/D-91N27B Does this diamond appear hazy? It looks great to me, but I’m worried the strong fluorescence is the reason for the low bargain basement price. Thoughts? I would not get that diamond. Fluorescence is a major concern. We also feel that spending money on an E color is a waste. https://www.diamonds.pro/education/color/ So, you are …

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Q&A: Choosing a 1 Ct. Oval Diamond for a White Gold Pave Ring with Around $5k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Thank you in advance for your help – your site has already proven to be very educational. My goal is to find/create a ring that is a close match to the one in the attached file. Once I decide on the diamond, I assume the vendor will be able to copy the setting. Budget = …

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Q&A: Choosing a 0.6 to 0.7 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for a White Gold Setting with Sidestones

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi there – great site – thanks for your assistance. I have an engagement ring setting ready for a Princess cut diamond. Have done lots of reading about Princess cut grading, understand no labs except AGS provide a cut grade, and am interested in finding an AGS Triple 0 diamond. Size .6 to .7 ct, …

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Q&A: Shopping for a 1 Ct. Cushion Cut Yellow Diamond in a Band with White Diamonds For Around $8k

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi, I wonder if you can help me with my request. I am looking to have an engagement ring made. I would like a Novo-styled or pave ring, with a yellow centre stone of around 1 ct. The colour is more important than the final diamond size or carat weight. I would like the yellow diamond …

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Q&A: Choosing a 1 – 2 Ct. Round Diamond for a $15,000 to $18,000 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi, I have read what you have to say about buying EGL certified diamonds and I know now not to buy those diamonds. However I am going to an auction on Tuesday 7th October and there are 10 individually sealed diamonds with EGL certificates . These certificates were issued on the 5/10/1979. It is my understanding …

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.