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Q&A: Finding the Perfect Round Diamond for an Engagement Ring for $4,000 Budget

By Mike Fried,

Author: Mike Fried


Q&A: Upgrading the Engagement Ring Center Diamond for $10,000 Budget

I am looking for a center stone replacement for my engagement ring. At the time we got married, my fiancé and I could only afford the setting I wanted (a gorgeous vintage-look from Varna) and our destination wedding if we re-used an old diamond that I had (from my grama’s ring). Now that some time …


Q&A: Finding the Best Emerald Cut Diamond for a $8500 Budget

My budget for the diamond is up to $8500 I plan on buying an emerald cut in a white gold or platinum setting I have do not want large accent stones. Perhaps stones in the band. Thanks for your help!      Here are two I’d recommend for you: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/1.52-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-203068?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/1.40-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-sku-219220?a_aid=dmnd1357 I love the first …


Q&A: Choosing the Best Cushion Cut Diamond for a White Gold Halo Setting

 1) Approximate budget: $4, 000 for the loose diamond (~$5,000 for the diamond + setting) 2) 14k White Gold 3) https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/halo/14k-white-gold-pave-halo-and-shank-diamond-engagement-ring-cushion-center-item-17429?a_aid=dmnd1357 I was looking at https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.05-carat-h-color-si1-clarity-sku-226552?a_aid=dmnd1357 or https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.04-carat-h-color-si1-clarity-sku-202564?a_aid=dmnd1357 but am open to any of your suggestions. One thing I’m confused about is the Cut and how to calculate what’s good based on the Table and …




Q&A: Deciding Between IGI and GIA Certified Round Diamonds

Hi, I came across a diamond going for $8995.00, and I wanted to know if it’s a good deal or not. I have listed the link to the IGI report below. Any information you could provide would be greatly appreciated! Your site is great! Report: http://www.igionline.com/igiweb/onlinereport/View_Cert.cfm?pCert=3803112671   I would stay away from that diamond at any …


Q&A: Asking for Second Opinion on a Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Setting

Hi, just found your site and learned about james allen! Can you please give me your opinion on this diamond: https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.76-carat-k-color-si1-clarity-sku-227833?a_aid=dmnd1357 would it qualify as “eye clean”? does it seem properly priced?    That diamond is eye-clean and properly priced. The only issue is the color. Are you mounting it in yellow gold? https://www.diamonds.pro/education/color/ Thanks. …


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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