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Q&A: Choosing a 2 Ct. Emerald Diamond for a Platinum Men’s Ring with a $15k-18k Budget

By Mike Fried,

Budget: $18,000



Q&A: Looking for a Round Diamond Around 2 Ct. for a $15k Budget

Hi – you guys had helped on in buying my first diamond a few years ago ( 2011 when it was still truthaboutdiamonds ) and now its time for an upgrade ! He was able to look at James Allen and find me a “True Hearts” Round 1.01 carat I color VS2 clarity diamond for around …


Q&A: Choosing a 1 – 2 Ct. Round Diamond for a $15,000 to $18,000 Budget

Hi, I have read what you have to say about buying EGL certified diamonds and I know now not to buy those diamonds. However I am going to an auction on Tuesday 7th October and there are 10 individually sealed diamonds with EGL certificates . These certificates were issued on the 5/10/1979. It is my understanding …


Q&A: Choosing a 2 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for a White Gold Solitaire Setting Within a $18-21k Budget

Hi, could you please recommend the best available 2ct princess cut in the 18-21k range on Jamesallen.com? I would be using a platinum solitaire setting. Thanks for your time.  What do you think of this one? www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/2.07-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-sku-199313?a_aid=dmnd1357 I really like it. Its bright, eye-clean and a great value. What do you think?  As far as …


Q&A: Princess Cut for $20K Budget

I was looking to get a nice princess cut solitaire engagement ring in the next month or so. I have about $20,000 to spend on the diamond and I found one at a local diamond wholesale jeweler in Dallas. They are asking $15,500 for the diamond, which seems like a good price. My only concerns …


Q&A: Looking for Radiant Cut for YG Setting

Q&A: Looking for Radiant Cut for YG Setting

Thank you very much for helping so many on the web with the topic of diamonds and e-rings. I have probably spent around 30 hours online and 5 hours in stores researching different diamonds and settings for my fiance to be. I have narrowed it down to Radiant cuts, in the 1.8 to 2.2 ct …


Q&A: Looking for 1.5 Ct. Stone for Tiffany Style Ring

My fiance and I are looking for an engagement ring, and after reading your reviews, I have decided not to go with a Tiffany ring. I am searching for a diamond that is about 1.5 carats, a very brilliant, light colored one in E, F, or G with ideal cut. As for clarity, I don’t …


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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