Budget: $12,000

Q&A: Should I Buy a 1.17 Carat Diamond at Sam’s Club?

Last Updated On: March 25, 2021

Your website is excellent, but there is so much information to take in. I know I want a round diamond; and my budget is approximately $10,000 to 12,500. There is a diamond at Sam’s Club that is 1.17; G; VS2; and the cut is very good. With tax I’m looking at roughly $10,000. But I …

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Q&A: Princess Cut Diamond for $12K Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I am looking to purchase a loose princess cut diamond for my partners engagement ring. I’m looking for an ideal cut, above 1.5 carats, between a d-f and VS2 and above. My budget is probably around the $12K mark. Your website has been great for narrowing down what is quality and what isn’t but I’m …

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Q&A: Blue Nile Setting Becomes Custom James Allen Setting for Brilliant Round Stone

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

We are starting to look for an engagement ring and ran across your site. What great information you have available! Here is the ring that we’re pretty sure we are leaning towards purchasing. Blue Nile Floating Diamond Engagement Ring Any comments or concerns you have about the ring would be greatly appreciated. We didn’t know …

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

Last Updated On: October 19, 2020

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, …

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Q&A: Wants Round Diamond at least 1.50 Carats with Platinum Engagement Ring Setting and Wedding Band for Under $12,000. Will it be possible? Read on!

Last Updated On: October 19, 2020

Hi- I have discovered your site and am intrigued. I’m hoping to buy an engagement ring within the next month, quicker if possible. My budget is between 10K and 12K for the ring and the band. I was hoping to get a center diamond of approximately 1.5 carets for this price. Do you think this …

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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.