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Q&A: Finding a 1 Ctw. Best Cut Round Diamond Earrings For a Platinum Setting

Last Updated On: March 27, 2018

After several decades, I finally discovered that platinum was the only thing I was NOT allergic to. So, I purchased a nice pair of diamond studs set in platinum. That was 15 years ago, and I recently lost one. So I am now researching and educating myself on diamonds before purchasing another pair. I have …

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Q&A: Choosing a Round Cut Diamond for a Solitaire Platinum Setting With Around $3,000 Total Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

I want to buy an engagement ring. I don’t want to spend too much because after the wedding she will probably not wear it everyday due to her occupation. I want to get one that will be noticeable and I’ve been looking at 0.7c solitaire rings. I haven’t been to a jewelry shop to actually …

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Q&A: Choosing a Round or Princess Cut Diamond for a Solitaire Ring With $3,000 Budget

Last Updated On: February 25, 2018

Hi, I would like a plain solitaire setting with a nicely cut (excellent or ideal) round diamond or princess cut. As colorless as possible. I try not to exceed $3000 overall so the stone will probably have to be less than 1 carat. Thanks! I found this amazing 0.91ct diamond: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/0.91-carat-i-color-vs2-clarity-sku-2805656?a_aid=dmnd1357 It’s eye-clean, well cut …

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Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond for a Solitaire With Around $3,000 Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

Hi, I am looking for a round brilliant diamond for a solitaire setting. The budget is around £2000 for the diamond. What do you think of this combination? Blue Nile LD08743473 Blue Nile Classic Four Claw Solitaire Engagement Ring The diamond looks eye-clean, it’s well cut and will compliment the setting. Thank you, very thoughtful. …

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Q&A: General Advice on Where to Go Diamond Shopping

Last Updated On: February 5, 2018

Hi, I’m looking to purchase a ring from Robbins Brothers to propose soon. I like the ring design and it comes with a cubic zirconia. I figured I can get by with a good design and later (if desired) set it with a nice diamond in the future. I don’t like spending what I don’t …

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Q&A: Looking for a Princess or Cushion Cut Diamond for a White Gold Bypass Ring With a $4k Total Budget

Last Updated On: February 2, 2018

Hi, I’ve previously used this website before to look at BlueNile rings/diamonds but I’ve just found a setting at Ritani that I love and wanted to get your advice on a diamond. The setting on Ritani has SKU: 1PCZ2490CR14wg and the diamond I’ve currently selected is SKU: D-J7MNQ8. I wanted to know your thoughts on …

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Q&A: Choosing a Fancy Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond for a Halo Setting With Around $4k Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

Dear Diamonds pro, I am looking at buying an engagement ring and wanted your opinion on whether it is better to buy: Online (eg. BlueNile) vs Hatton Garden (I am based in London) vs Dubai (I am due to go there in March anyway) I read your article about Dubai and I can see you …

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Q&A: Looking for a Round Diamond for a Pavé Setting With Sapphires Within a $3,000-$3,500 Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

Hey there – we have been looking for engagement rings and are overall overwhelmed; setting, shape, accents, gold color, etc. We began looking at lab grown diamonds, in particular MiaDonna lab grown diamonds. I think I will settle with a white gold band with pave set side stones. We would like to spend as little …

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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.