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Q&A: Choosing a Cushion Cut Diamond With Up to $3,500 Budget

By Mike Fried,

Author: Mike Fried

Q&A: Choosing a Cushion Cut Diamond With Up to $3,500 Budget

Looking for an eye clean 1ct cushion diamond under 3500$. Saw these: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.00-carat-g-color-si1-clarity-sku-8029893?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.01-carat-g-color-si1-clarity-sku-8078944?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.01-carat-g-color-vs2-clarity-sku-5435551?a_aid=dmnd1357 Unless you have other recommendations. www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.01-carat-g-color-vs2-clarity-sku-5435551?a_aid=dmnd1357 I would rule out this one. Strong fluorescence is a kiss of death on anything higher than a J color. I’d go with this one: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.01-carat-g-color-si1-clarity-sku-8078944?a_aid=dmnd1357 It’s slightly better cut than the other G …


Q&A: After-Purchase Concerns

Hi, I’ve bought a ring from Blue Nile – 0.72 GIA XXX, E, IF with minor polish and faint flouresence. Today I received the ring and I think the diamond is cloudy. I was hoping I could ask for a second opinion based on the pictures I have taken in various lights? Can you send …


Q&A: D IF Oval Diamond

Hi! I just ordered this stone: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/oval-cut/1.06-carat-d-color-if-clarity-sku-6888082?a_aid=dmnd1357 I’d love your perspective on this stone as the center piece for a micro-pave band solitaire engagement ring. The diamond has fantastic specs and will look amazing in a micro-pave ring. Go for it, it’s an excellent option. Thank you so much!!! James Allen James Allen is the …


Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond for a Platinum Halo Ring With $3,000 Budget

Hi there, Thanks to your invaluable guides and articles I have been able to put together a very nice engagement ring on James Allen. The setting I decided on is this one: PLATINUM PAVE ACCENTED DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING Even though I found a center stone that I believe was a bargain (round, 0.8ct, eye clean …


Q&A: Choosing a Center Diamond for a White Gold Bypass Setting Within a $2,000 Budget

Hello. Thank you for your advice. Could you help me with the ring? My budget is <2k, I want round diamond with a plain ring. What would you say about this combination: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.50-carat-d-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-7269832?a_aid=dmnd1357 14K WHITE GOLD BYPASS ENGAGEMENT RING No, this is not an engagement ring. She got one 40 years ago 🙂 Thank you. …


Q&A: Experience Shopping for Diamond Studs on an $8k Budget

Hi, thanks for all the good information. I am looking for a pair of diamond studs. My budget is $8000 (give or take) and I’m struggling to find the best pair. In part because I’m reluctant to give up the cert because something tells me it will help the diamond retain its value (maybe a …



Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond for Around $9,000 Budget

Hey Diamond Pro, My girlfriend likes this setting from James Allen. PLATINUM 1.5MM COMFORT FIT ENGAGEMENT RING, 4 prongs She really liked the 1.3 carat, H color diamond she tried on at a local jeweler. Which H color diamond would you choose from James Allen if you had $9,000 to spend on a diamond? Thank …


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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