Author: Mike Fried

Q&A: Looking for a 1.00 Ct. Oval Diamond for a White Gold French Pave Ring With a $5k Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

Hi! Can you please send me some diamond recommendations for a pave ring? Oval shape, 1ct. Thanks! Here you go: Blue Nile LD11182859 Blue Nile LD11438578 Thank you for sending these options. I found this one below with a shape I like better. What are your thoughts? Blue Nile LD11246387 That one is beautiful as …

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Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond for a Platinum Channel Setting With Up to $20,000 Budget

Last Updated On: May 16, 2019

I am looking for a diamond for 50th – platinum setting, hoping for eye clean. I picked out the following from James Allen. Thanks! www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.90-carat-i-color-vs2-clarity-true-hearts-cut-sku-6154542?a_aid=dmnd1357 … Will the diamond I listed be ok in terms of color with platinum channel setting? Also, the diamond I picked has moderate blue fluorescence, will that match diamond and …

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Q&A: Looking for a Square Cushion Cut Diamond for a Solitaire Setting With Up to $7,000 Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

I have been looking on Blue Nile and James Allen. I like the feature that I am able to look at the diamonds, the problem is that I don’t really know what to look for. I was hoping for some help in finding the best diamond for what I am looking for. I am looking …

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Q&A: Help Finding a 1.00 Ct. Round Diamond for a White Gold Pave Setting

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

Hi Diamond Pro, I am planning to propose to my girlfriend and need help picking out a beautiful 1ct diamond. My budget is: $4500-$5500 Canadian for the diamond. Setting: Petite Micropavé Diamond Engagement Ring I found two diamonds on the Blue Nile website, can you please let me know what you think? Blue Nile LD11846758 …

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Q&A: Help Finding a Pair of Round Cut Earrings With a $7,500 Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

Hi there, Thank you so much for all of your incredible information! I am buying diamond stud earrings, looking on Blue Nile. Your content has been so helpful. These pairs: Blue Nile LD11309199-LD12094236 Blue Nile LD11337149-LD11702671 Blue Nile LD11902422-LD12076072 Any guidance or if there is a different pair you would suggest, I would be so …

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Q&A: Looking for an Pear-Shaped Diamond for a White Gold Pave Setting Within a $9k Total Budget

Last Updated On: May 13, 2019

Hello! I am looking to purchase an engagement ring, from either James Allen (top choice) or Blue Nile (close second choice), and would love some assistance in narrowing down my options. I’m looking for: – Pear shape diamond, somewhere between 1.0 and 1.4 carat – 18k white gold setting, Pave style – Budget is up …

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Q&A: Choosing a White Gold Ring with a Round Cut Diamond for Under $13,000 In Total

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

After reading through your informative site I wish to seek your help in purchasing an engagement ring, white gold, 6 prong “Tiffany” style setting. for my GF. Diamond Size I am thinking of approx. 1.5 carat. wishing to get max sparkle within a realistic price. Ring size is “I” (US 4.5 I think). I’m assuming …

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Q&A: Experience Shopping for Diamond Studs Within a $1,600-$2,000 Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

Hi, looking to buy a set of diamond stud earrings. Looking for a decent pair with excellent cut, maybe a G or H colour with maybe VS2 -VVS1 clarity. Budget £1600- £2000. Thanks. You can easily get lower, at least in the color area. I+ is just fine for studs. Clarity can also be lower. …

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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.