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Q&A: Round Cut for WG Setting

By Mike Fried,

Budget: $2,000

Q&A: Round Cut for WG Setting

Q&A: Round Cut for WG Setting

I’m buying an engagement ring for my girlfriend and came across your site during my research. Congrats on the site, it’s great and very unique. I found a setting on jamesallen.com that I’ve decided on. https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/channel-set/18k-white-gold-engraved-channel-set-princess-and-carre-shaped-diamond-engagement-ring-item-2275?a_aid=dmnd1357 My budget is $4k, so with this setting, I’m looking for a diamond with a budget of $2,250. Neither …


Q&A: Need Second Opinion on 0.73 Ct. Round Cut

I have read through your site quite extensively in my search to find the perfect ring for my future wife. I wanted to get your opinion on a diamond. It is going into a white gold band. I think I want to limit the diamond price to around $2000. From what I can tell, the …


Q&A: Looking for Princess Cut for $2000-2500 Budget

I first want to start off by thanking you for all the helpful information you’ve posted on this website. It truly helps a novice, like myself, when searching for engagement rings. I’ve read your piece on Princess Cut diamonds and how to purchase one on a budget. The specifications for the ring I am searching …


Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for Pt Solitaire Setting

I’m looking for a $2000-$3000 round brilliant diamond on www.jamesallen.com to go with one of their platinum solitaire engagement rings. I want to follow your priorities of cut, dimensions and being eye clean. My main problem is I have no idea how big an imperfection on the website has to be for it to be …


Q&A: That Diamond is a Steal!

Can you please help me decide if one would be able to appreciate the difference between two diamonds with a difference in size and cut grade? I’m thinking if the Excellent cut grade or higher carat would matter more overall. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.81-carat-j-color-vs1-clarity-very-good-cut-sku-195549?a_aid=dmnd1357   $2,370 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.64-carat-j-color-vs1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-174236?a_aid=dmnd1357 Thanks for your time. James Allen James Allen is the leader in …


Q&A: Looking for 0.7-0.75 Ct. Center Stone

I’m looking for a round stone between 0.7 and 0.75 in weight that is between $2,000 and $2,500 in price. The setting I am looking at are both white gold, either a pave style band or an twisted/infinity style band with the small diamonds in the band. My plan so far is to acquire the …


Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for $1500-2000 Budget

Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for $1500-2000 Budget

I’m currently shopping for a diamond for a band I’ve picked out, but it’s getting a bit overwhelming. It just seems like there is always that better diamond, or always one more step up. After a while you’ve got to say enough is enough! Haha.. My price range is between $1500-$2,000, but I’m trying to …


Q&A: Looking for 1/2 Carat Princess Cut

Thank you for the work that went into the site. It has been fun reading. I’m looking for an 0.5 ct Princess cut. I made a list of 20 stones and down to 4. Any chance having a look? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/0.58-carat-g-color-si1-clarity-sku-152931?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/0.56-carat-g-color-vs2-clarity-sku-188011?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/0.55-carat-g-color-vs2-clarity-sku-179260?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/0.55-carat-g-color-vs2-clarity-sku-148335?a_aid=dmnd1357 These are very similar and I’m having a hard time making a …


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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