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Q&A: Help Choosing an Oval Shaped Diamond With Around $2,500 Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

Hi, I have two pears I’m considering. They are the exact same price. Here are the GIA #s: 1235909707 2237482323 Both are .8 carats. The differences are, the first one is an E color and 1.50 l/w ratio. The second one is a G color and 1.56 l/w ratio. Both VS2, similar depth and table …

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Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond for a Zac Posen White Gold Halo Setting With Around $2,500 Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

Looking for a round or cushion cut diamond to go in a halo setting. Looking to spend up to $1300 for the diamond. I looked around and I like these diamonds for you: Blue Nile LD08495751 Blue Nile LD08527592 Blue Nile LD08732210 They are well cut and any of them will be very brilliant. What …

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Q&A: Looking for a Round or Oval Diamond for a Yellow Gold Setting With a $2,500 Budget

Last Updated On: January 3, 2018

Hello, First I would like to thank you for all the incredibly well written and useful articles on your site! I have learnt a great deal about diamonds from your website. It’s that time in life where I need to purchase an engagement ring and after looking through the traditional stores and not really finding …

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Q&A: Help Finding a 1 Ctw. Princess Cut Diamond Stud Earrings

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

As I read your website, I get the idea that you do not have as much faith in IGI certified diamonds. These are the diamonds that James Allen is selling. How is it that you suggest buying from James Allen if this is the case? Is it true that the round cut diamond sparkles more …

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Q&A: Help Choosing a Princess Cut Diamond for a Thin White Gold Ring Within a $2,500 Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

Hi, First of all thank you for your in depth knowledge and explanations, it’s been very helpful. I started reading your guides about a month ago and the inside knowledge has been great. I’m currently looking for an engagement ring. My budget is $2500. I’m willing to budge a few hundred if it’s a significant …

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Q&A: Help Choosing a 1 Ctw. Pair of Diamond Studs For a White Gold Setting

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

Blue Nile coupon code, looking for 1 ct combined weight white gold round earrings, certified conflict free. Thanks. Have a look at this matched pair: Blue Nile LD08135506 Blue Nile LD08299665 They are both very well cut, eye-clean, going to look colorless and matched in all important specifications. https://www.diamonds.pro/education/color/ And yes, I’m happy to send …

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Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Pave Setting With Up to $2,500 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I believe that my girlfriend would love this setting: www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/side-stones/14k-yellow-gold-round-and-marquise-shape-diamond-engagement-ring-item-49617?a_aid=dmnd1357 Looking for a beautifully cut diamond that will not be overwhelmed by the setting. However, on a bit of a tight total budget of $2500. Any suggestions? I’d be happy to make some recommendations for you, but I need a little more info. What shape …

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Q&A: Choosing a Center Diamond for a Solitaire Setting Within a $2,700 Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

I am looking for diamond advice for a engagement purchase I would like to make soon. I have studied online enough about what is a quality diamond to make me dangerous. I do feel certain (I think) that it must be certified through GIA or other industry leading lab. I’m looking for the best quality …

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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.