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Q&A: Round “Sparkly” Diamond for $10K Budget

By Mike Fried,

Budget: $10,000

Q&A: Round “Sparkly” Diamond for $10K Budget

Hope you are doing well and had a great holiday! First off I wanted to thank you for providing such an amazing service. I think it is a great thing you are doing and a very solid business plan. I really appreciate how you lay everything out in your explanation on how you make money. …


Q&A: Looking for 1.7-1.9 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Ring

Hi, I am looking for a diamond ring. I would appreciate it if you could help me out. Here are the details: – Is your goal cheapest price for given parameters, or best diamond for fixed budget? No, it is not. Quality is very important. – Shape Princess shape. – Desired Color Range I, H, …


Q&A: Clueless about Diamond Shopping for Engagement Ring

I was wondering if you could kindly help/advise me on an engagement ring for my girlfriend. She’s 3 years older than me and she’s always felt a little sensitive about it so I’m not sure on whether Princess or Round or the setting. I’m looking for a 1.5-2ct and my budget is around 10-15k USD. …


Q&A: Best Asscher Cut Diamond for $10K Budget

Q&A: Best Asscher Cut Diamond for $10K Budget

[Q&A starts as response to this posting — click here] Ira- do you have any idea why this diamond seems to be so discounted for its color? i know the clarity is low – am i missing something???? the clarity seems to be miss categorized. James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. …


Q&A: Square, Asscher, or Cushion Cut Diamond?

I’m looking for a square cut diamond in an antique or antique reproduction setting. I generally prefer the radiant cut, but the attached ring is assher and I really like the setting. http://antiqueengagementrings.com/shopping/shopexd.asp?id=2527 I really like this ring. It’s over 2 carats. My first concern is color – J – while you recommend H or …


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Q&A: Cushion Cut Diamond For $10-$15,000

The following question came to us from Matt from Houston: Thanks for providing this website… It has been a wealth of useful information for me 🙂 I’m planning to get engaged early next year and have started to take a look at rings. Based on your article about Diamond Stud Earrings, I have pretty much …


Q&A: Looking for an Eye Clean One Carat Round Brilliant Diamond

Hi, I appreciate you sharing your expertise. Every time I think I finally know enough to really make some progress, I get overwhelmed because there are still so many choices and variables. I have picked out my setting (ArtCarved Amy 31-V228). 6-prong setting, white gold. Band has cut outs, ribbons of very small diamonds, and both …


Q&A: Looking for Big and Beautiful Pear Shape for about $10,000

hey Ira, I’m looking to find a pear shaped diamond to fit in a pretty wide (6-8mm) setting. What is most important to look for in Pear shapes? Where can i make concessions since I obviously want to get the largest stone because of the wide setting. thanks have a great day James Allen James …


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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