Author: Mike Fried

Q&A: Choosing an Eye-Clean 1.3 to 1.49 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for Around $7,000 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I have learned so much from your site. Thank you! I am looking to upgrade my wife’s rings, as we did not have much money when we first started out many years ago. I have picked out the setting shown in this link: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/wedding-sets/18k-white-gold-channel-set-diamond-wedding-set-item-2466?a_aid=dmnd1357 Since we are coming up on our 15 year anniversary, I …

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Q&A: Searching for a Cushion Cut 1.3-1.5 Fancy Yellow Diamond for around $7,000 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hello! Looking for a cushion cut 1.3-1.5 fancy yellow diamond. Have looked through Blue Nile inventory but am confused on light vs fancy vs fancy intense. Is the difference that noticeable? Looking for stone only – Have a designer to put ring together. Thank you. There is a huge difference and I would never recommend …

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Q&A: Looking for a 2+ Ct. Round Diamond with Around $100k Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

Great education from your site. I search all the sites that you mentioned with the parameter round, ideal or better, D, IF/FL. The one result that seem standout is from bluenile with the 2.66Ct. Blue Nile LD03163366 Can you give me an opinion on this diamond? What concerns me is the strong fluorescence. That diamond …

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Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Pave or Channel Setting with a $9k to $12k Total Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hey, Looking for the best value for my money and wanted to see if you could send me what you think would be the best diamonds. I am looking for a round diamond to go with a yellow gold setting, either channel or pave. I am looking to spend anywhere from 9-12,000 for the entire ring. …

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Q&A: Help Finding a 1.7-2.10 Ct. Emerald Cut Diamond within the $10k to $15k Range for a Solitaire Ring

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi, looking for a 1.7-2.10 ct emerald cut diamond. I like L/W ratio between 1.20-1.35 or so. Budget no more then $15,500 but if I can get something closer to 10,000 I’d more likely buy. I’m not bothered by an I color. Main concern is reflection of light. I want great optics. Can you help? …

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Q&A: Looking for a Princess Cut Diamond for a Platinum or White Gold Channel Set Ring with a $4k – $6k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hello, I am interested in getting an engagement ring. I was looking at a princess cut diamond, white gold or platinum channel set ring from james allen #17151w My budget would be $4,000 – $6,000. I would like a diamond in the .70 to 1.0 karat range. Thank you for your help in this matter! setting- …

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Q&A: Searching for a 1.7 Ct. Round Diamond for a White Gold Pave Setting with a $12k – $13k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I am looking for a round brilliant in the 12000 range. If there is something spectacular, I can go a bit higher. I have 2300 credit through Blue Nile but I am not married to that company for this purchase. Size I would prefer to be around 1.7 ct and the cut needs to be …

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Q&A: Choosing a 1.2-1.5 Heart-Shaped Diamond for with up to $11,500 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi, I’m looking for a heart shaped diamond for my wife, but it is proving quite difficult as there is limited availability/choice online, would you have any suggestions? I’ve looked on James Allen, Blue Nile and other sites but can not find anything appropriate, maybe I’m being too fussy! I’m looking for the following: L/W: .95-1.05 …

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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.