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Q&A: Choosing a Center Diamond for a Three Stone Ring Within a $2,500 Budget

By Mike Fried,

Budget: $2,500


Q&A: Choosing a Pear-Shaped Center Diamond With a $2.500 Budget

I’m searching for a diamond for an engagement ring. I’m partial to a pear shape but don’t really know where to begin as there are many retailers out there. I have done some research and learned the basics of what to look for but am unsure if there are any other factors I should be …




Q&A: Help Finding a Classic Engagement Style Ring with Around $2,500 Budget

Q&A: Help Finding a Classic Engagement Style Ring with Around $2,500 Budget

I’m looking to buy an engagement ring for my girlfriend. After going into a couple of shops and feeling uncomfortable and completely out of my depth. I recalled a podcast I listened to a while back with Mike being interviewed. Thankfully you are not hard to find! I would very much appreciate the team’s expertise …


Q&A: Choosing a Vintage Diamond Ring With $2,500 Total Budget

You previously assisted with locating some diamond earrings, could you help again with an engagement ring please? Thanks in advance. Can you tell me what shape diamond, style setting (solitaire, pave/side stones, halo) and metal (yellow gold, white gold, platinum) are you looking for? Also, what is your ballpark budget? I was thinking that it …


Q&A: Looking for a Diamond Ring from James Allen With a $2,500 Total Budget

I’m considering buying this engagement ring from James Allen: www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/three-stone/18k-white-gold-marquise-shape-three-stone-ring-item-59173?a_aid=dmnd1357 I would really appreciate your help in finding the best value, eye clean round cut diamond to go with it. I’m trying to find the biggest carat diamond I can get without compromising on appearance. My max budget is about $2500, which leaves me about …



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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