Author: Mike Fried

Q&A: Help Finding a 1.20 Ct. Oval Diamond With a $5,000 Budget

Last Updated On: March 25, 2021

Hi there, I am looking to purchase a diamond from Blue Nile online. Could you please let me know if this diamond is good quality and if it will look brilliant and sparkly to the eye? Blue Nile LD13691909 The diamond you found (Blue Nile LD13691909), it’s borderline of eye-cleanliness. It wouldn’t be my top …

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Q&A: Choosing a 1.00 Ct. Round Diamond for a Platinum Solitaire Setting

Last Updated On: March 25, 2021

Hi there, First a compliment; your website is amazing! Straightforward, easy to follow, and very helpful to the average guy like me. Secondly, I’m looking for at least one carat, a higher grade if excellent cut, H, VS2. I am currently looking at the following 3 on James Allen. Seems as though there is a …

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Q&A: Looking for a Round or Cushion Cut Diamond for a Rose Gold Setting With a $1,500 Budget

Last Updated On: March 25, 2021

Hi, I was hoping to get this diamond in the classic solitaire ring. Do you think it is a good one? Or are there some others you think I should take a second look at? www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/0.75-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-8277232?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/0.75-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-8277232?a_aid=dmnd1357 – This diamond is nice. The cut is slightly deeper but it shouldn’t cause any problems regarding brilliance. …

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Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond for a Hidden Halo Rose Gold Setting With Up to $2,500 Budget

Last Updated On: March 25, 2021

Hi, I am trying to select a diamond for the Blue Nile Riviera Pave ring setting in white gold. What would be the best choice of diamond, less than 1 carat, for this ring setting? I’m looking for maximum bling and sparkle. I originally selected this diamond: Blue Nile LD14344059. I did more research on …

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Q&A: Help Finding a Princess Cut Diamond for a Yellow Gold Solitaire Setting With $3,000 Total Budget

Last Updated On: March 25, 2021

Hi all, I’m in the market for an engagement ring for my girlfriend. I can’t believe I’m reaching out to some online strangers for some potential help, but here we are. I’ve been doing some research on your site, and it seems like shopping for a diamond online is my best bet. I’m looking at …

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Q&A: Help Finding an Emerald Cut Diamond for a Yellow Gold East West Solitaire Setting With a $6,000 Budget

Last Updated On: March 25, 2021

Thinking of purchasing this diamond from Blue Nile, do you think this is a good purchase? Blue Nile LD14507512 Blue Nile LD14507512 It’s not the worst, but I’m not a huge fan of the black windowing there. It’s fairly prominent. Id’ go with something like this instead: Blue Nile LD14539236 It looks much better and …

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Q&A: Help Choosing an Oval Diamond for a Pave Setting With a £10k Budget

Last Updated On: March 25, 2021

Hi I’m looking at purchasing an engagement ring online and will likely be using Blue Nile UK to do so. I’m a little anxious about purchasing something worth potentially in excess of £10k without first having seen it in person. Can I send you a link to the diamond I am considering and you give …

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Q&A: Help Choosing an Extremely Brilliant 3 Ct. Brian Gavin Round Diamond With a $45k to $50k Budget

Last Updated On: March 25, 2021

I would greatly appreciate your recommendations. I’m looking for VS2 or better, color I/H or better. Super ideal cut 2.7ct-3ct. $45,000-$50,000 budget. I like a micro pave setting. You can get away with the I color for a pave setting. If you want to be on the safe side or you are extremely color sensitive, …

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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.