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Q&A: Looking for a Round or Oval Diamond for a White Gold Solitaire With a $3000 Total Budget

By Mike Fried,

Budget: $3,000



Q&A: Choosing Between a Local B&M, James Allen and Blue Nile

Hello! My fiancé and I have a solid solitaire platinum setting (6-prong) we are looking to purchase and are looking for a diamond around $3,500 or less. We were interested in one at a jewelry store (Leo), but found out it was GSI certified rather than GIA or AGS as you would recommend. Can you …



Q&A: Choosing a Cushion Cut Diamond from Brian Gavin

I have been looking online at diamonds. I was originally looking for a 1 ct cushion but after finding this Brian Gavin cushion signature 0.711 it appears to have the same face size as 1ct with having the extra sparkle. Would I be correct and do you think this is a good buy? AGS #104083556038 …




Q&A: Help Finding a Princess Cut Diamond for a Yellow Gold Bezel Setting

Hello, I’ve been browsing your site on and off for several months now, so thanks for providing all of the information that you do, it has been very helpful. I’m finally ready to purchase an engagement ring so I’d love to get your opinion on a couple of diamonds I’ve picked out. Here’s what I …


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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