Author: Mike Fried

Q&A: Help Picking a Fancy Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond for a Platinum Solitaire Setting with a $1,500 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

So I am looking to buy a ring for the woman I want to marry. I went to James Allen looking at rings, I found a setting i like. Even after reading over forums and this page. I still feel lost to the aspects of diamonds. I’ve found I like how cushion cuts look but …

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Q&A: Choosing a 1.25-1.50 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for a White Gold Solitaire Setting in the $6k-$7k Range

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi, I’ve been reading your site quite a bit in the past few weeks. I think I have things figured out, but wanted some assistance. I’m looking for a Princess Cut diamond, 1.25-1.50 carats in the $6,000-$7,000 range (give or take a few hundred). My guidance is princess cut, low setting with wide band, and a …

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Q&A: Choosing a 1.4 – 1.5 Ct. Round Diamond for a Platinum Solitaire Setting

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi, first of all I’d like to really thank you for the great service and advice you’re providing – you’ve definitely helped me understand what to look for in a stone better than any other site I’ve come across. I’ve been browsing James Allen for some stones to match this ring setting: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/tension/platinum-pointed-and-etched-tension-set-engagement-ring-item-461?a_aid=dmnd1357 …and have …

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Q&A: Looking for an Oval Diamond for a White Gold Pave Setting with Around $3,000 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

First off, love your website, very informative and helpful. I am looking for an oval diamond for an engagement ring and have been looking at James Allen per your website. Wondering if you could help me find a good oval diamond in the $3,000 range, I can go a bit higher if needed. I’d like …

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Q&A: Choosing an Asscher Cut Diamond for a Platinum Pave Setting with $10-13K Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

Thanks for all the info on this site – it has been very helpful! We are hoping you can recommend a few asscher cut diamonds in the $10-13K range. We are looking at settings like platinum solitaire w/ pave diamonds on the band (no halo). We would be willing to sacrifice some clarity and perhaps …

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Q&A: Looking for a 1.5 Ct. Emerald Cut Diamond for a White Gold Setting with Around $12k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Howdy, I am looking for an emerald cut, 1.5 carat diamond, under $12k. It is going in a ring from “The Shane Company”, item number 41047538 (Vintage Baguette and Round Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring). The ring isn’t ready, but I was hoping to have a diamond in a white gold “presentation” mounting, size 3.5 by …

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Q&A: Help Finding a 0.8 to 1 Ct. Round Brilliant With a $5,800 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

My friend recommended your services. I am searching for the perfect diamond for an engagement ring. I am looking for the best diamond with a fixed budget. Here are the things I’m looking for: Shape: Round Cut: Ideal Color range: I, H, G Clarity: VS2-VVS2 Carat: .80-1.00 Budget: up to $5800. I want to thank …

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Q&A: Help Choosing a 1.5 to 2 Ct. Fancy Yellow Princess Cut Diamond to be Set in Platinum

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

I am looking for a yellow princess cut diamond, from around 1.5 to 2 carat, in a platinum ring. Any help or advice you can give me would be greatly appreciated. Thanks and I look forward to hearing from you. I’d be happy to help. What is your ballpark budget? I am looking around $9.5K …

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.