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Q&A: Looking for a 1 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for a Pave Setting With a $3k – $5k Total Budget

By Mike Fried,

Budget: $3,000




Q&A: Help choosing a Cushion Cut Diamond for a White Gold Pavé Setting

Hi Diamond Pros. I was looking for a diamond www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.01-carat-h-color-si1-clarity-sku-2201084?a_aid=dmnd1357 and maybe this setting www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/pave/14k-white-gold-petite-pave-engagement-ring-flush-fit-item-56252?a_aid=dmnd1357 What do you all think? Thank you very much in advance. We don’t recommend a diamond with IGI certification. You can choose a stone with a GIA or AGS cert instead (these are legitimate laboratories): https://www.diamonds.pro/education/igi/. Also the inclusion is eye-visible. …


Q&A: Help finding a 1.20-1.35 Ct. Emerald Cut Diamond for $3,200 Budget

Hello, How about when it comes to color? I want an extra size for less clarity, I’m okay with that. But how about when it comes to color? I’m having a hard time choosing the perfect ring for my future fiancé. So at this point, any advice will be really appreciated. Here’s a few specs- …


Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond with Fluorescence for a White Gold Setting with a $3500 Total Budget

Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond with Fluorescence for a White Gold Setting with a $3500 Total Budget

I’d like to get a diamond with a somewhat blue fluorescence for an engagement ring (white gold). My budget is $3500, but I’d like to stay below $3000. I’ve found this: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.73-carat-g-color-vs1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-1986514?a_aid=dmnd1357 And was about to buy, but thought I’d get some advice first. Thanks! The diamond you found is well cut and eye-clean, but …



Q&A: Help Choosing a Round Diamond With A $2,000 to $3,000 Budget

Q&A: Help Choosing a Round Diamond With A $2,000 to $3,000 Budget

Looking to purchase a diamond with a budget of 2k-3k. Shape Round Cut . excellent Color G or better Clarity SI1 or better  If you’re willing to go down with color and clarity grade, I found this 0.83 carat diamond for you: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.83-carat-h-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2167541?a_aid=dmnd1357 It’s very well cut, eye-clean and going to look colorless in any …


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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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