Author: Mike Fried

Q&A: Looking for a 0.70 Ct. Marquise Cut Diamond With a $2,000 Budget

Last Updated On: June 18, 2019

Hello! My girlfriend and I have been together for 5 years now since my senior year of high school. I know I will be popping the question here shortly and have found the ring setting and the diamond shape that I know she will love. However, I am struggling to find a diamond with certainty …

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Q&A: Choosing a Round Center Diamond and Two Pear-Shaped Side Stones for a White Gold Setting Within a $3k Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

Hi guys – first off thanks for the website, I’ve learnt a lot since visiting. I’m in Australia and after 3 diamonds for an engagement ring and was hoping perhaps you can help find me the right stones. My plan is to buy the stones online from Blue Nile (read they’re good for sending overseas). …

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Q&A: Choosing a 3.00 Ct. Oval Diamond with Around $40,000 Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

I am looking for an oval diamond and read an article on your site about them. I have an untrained eye and I’m curious how an expert would view/critique this diamond: Blue Nile LD11196816 There are two reasons why the diamond you sent me is not a good choice: 1) It has a very pronounced …

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Q&A: Looking for a Round or Princess Cut Diamond for a Platinum or White Gold Setting With a $10,000 Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

I am looking for a 1.0+ carat engagement ring with a round or princess cut in a Tiffany style or pave setting (white gold or platinum). I need the ring very soon, so I am checking Blue Nile as they seem to have the fastest shipping. What do you think of these diamonds:Blue Nile LD11563056 …

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Q&A: Help Finding Three Princess Cut Diamonds For a 3-Stone Setting With a £6,500 Total Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

Hi all, I’m currently in the process of picking a 3 stone setting engagement ring for my girlfriend. Your site so far has been incredibly useful in the background on diamonds and what I should be looking for. However, I am still finding some difficulty in selecting the side accent stones for the 3 stone …

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Q&A: Looking for an Oval-Shaped Diamond Within a $15k-$17k Budget

Last Updated On: June 13, 2019

Hello, I have purchased a Simon G MR1907 wedding set. I am looking for an oval diamond around 2 carats for less than $17k. What diamond specs should I be aiming for? Do you have any diamond recommendations? I’d recommend an eye-clean H+ diamond that has a minimal bow-tie. These two look great to me:www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/oval-cut/2.01-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-sku-1051450?a_aid=dmnd1357 …

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Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond for a Beautiful Vintage Ring Within a $10,000-$12,500 Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

Hi! I love your website and have learned so much from reading it. Now that I’m about to make a purchase, I wanted to reach out directly and ask for your assistance. I’m creating a new ring, and would love some input on stones. I’m using Blue Nile’s diamond upgrade program so am limited to …

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Q&A: Looking for an Oval Diamond for a White Gold Solitaire Setting With a $5,000 Budget

Last Updated On: June 12, 2019

Hi, I’m looking for an oval-cut diamond for a 14k white gold setting:14K WHITE GOLD CABLE SOLITAIRE ENGAGEMENT RING My budget is $5k. I have found a list full of diamonds from James Allen and would like to know your opinion on some of them, which would be my best option for this budget? Do …

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.