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Q&A: Second Opinion for Sidestone Pave Setting

By Mike Fried,

Budget: $3,000

Q&A: Second Opinion for Sidestone Pave Setting

I am looking at several diamonds to choose from. The setting I have includes side stones and pave’ set diamonds on the sides. Here are a few diamonds I am considering. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.81-carat-i-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-178339?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.82-carat-i-color-vs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-179802?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.76-carat-j-color-vvs2-clarity-ideal-cut-sku-178819?a_aid=dmnd1357 Thanks for your help with this. James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology is …


Q&A: “I would love to get your opinion on this stone!”

I feel bad about troubling you with something that has been discussed on your excellent website so exhaustively, but I am in the market for an engagement ring. I would like the stone to be round, and the setting pave or channel. I have selected the following diamond in the belief that it is eye-clean …


Q&A: Looking for 2nd Opinion on 0.71 Round Cut

I was wondering whether the following diamond could be set in order to cover the large imperfection on the edge, or is the imperfection simply too large? I think I am going to get a plain 4-prong setting. If so, are there any other imperfections that I do not see? I am on a fairly …


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

Hello, I am looking to buy a solitaire yellow gold engagement ring with a budget in the range of The wealth of information on your site has been extremely informative and has given me a rough idea what to look for. Most important would be the sparkling or brilliance of the diamond, would you be …


Q&A: Looking for 1 Ct. Cushion Cut for Pt Solitaire Setting

I’m looking for a 1 CT (no more than 1.1 CT since she has tall hands), cushion cut diamond. I’d also like a platinum solitaire setting. She says she wants the smallest, lowest profile setting that will adequately support the stone. Any advice or recommendations would be greatly appreciated! James Allen James Allen is the …


Q&A: Looking for Replacement Diamond for $3500 Budget

I am looking to replace about a 33 point diamond in my wife’s ring with something bigger. It’s a solitaire gold setting so from what I read here K color should be adequate? I don’t want to spend more than 3500 but less would make it easier to get something additional. What do you think …


Q&A: K Color for White Gold Setting?

Thanks for all of the info and you site. Please let me know if you think the diamond below is a good buy? Yes or no? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.90-carat-k-color-si2-clarity-sku-180211 James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology is the same as inspecting a diamond with a jeweler’s loupe. They have the …


Q&A: Looking for 0.75 Ct. Princess Cut

Please assist in finding a good value 0.75ct Princess Cut diamond. My original diamond budget was $3000, but I’m starting to think I can save more. The James Allen rep has pushed a $2800 rock, but I think I can go lower. Here are some diamonds I’ve been looking at: 1. JA rep recommended $2830 …


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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