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Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for $4K Budget

By Mike Fried,

Budget: $3,500

Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for $4K Budget

Thank you, first of all, for the excellent information you’ve provided. It has been of immeasurable help so far. I am starting my research early, as I don’t plan to propose for several months, but want to set my budget and know what I’m looking for. I have a general idea, so I hope you …


Q&A: Need 2nd Opinion on 0.69 Ct. Round Cut

I would love your opinion on this diamond I found for an engagement ring. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.69-carat-d-color-i1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-120910?a_aid=dmnd1357 Do you think it’s a good value diamond? I’m worried about the clarity and proportion. Do you think it’s going to be sparkly and eye clean? Should I get it or skip it?? Thank you so much in advance! James …


Q&A: Looking for 2nd Opinion on 0.7 Ct. Round Cut

Can you give me your opinion on the following diamond please. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.70-carat-g-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-156865?a_aid=dmnd1357 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 largest exclusive loose diamond inventory online and fantastic prices. They also have the nicest collection …


Q&A: Looking for Best Round Cut for Intricate Setting

I really appreciate your website. The education and general flow of information has put me at ease that there is someone out there actually trying to help people like myself make informed decisions and better buyers. It actually stopped me from walking into the nearest overpriced jeweler and paying an exorbitant price for something we …


Q&A: Brilliant Earth Diamond?

I found a setting that I love, from a company online that seems – based on reviews – to be reputable and have excellent reviews. My one concern is that based on my budget, I’m looking at buying an SI2 diamond and as far as I can tell, I have no way of seeing whether …


Q&A: Is this Stone Eye-Clean?

Does this appear eye clean? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.01-carat-g-color-vs2-clarity-sku-146041?a_aid=dmnd1357 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 largest exclusive loose diamond inventory online and fantastic prices. They also have the nicest collection of lab-created diamonds online. Get 30% …


Q&A: “That is one of the nicest I1s I’ve seen…”

After doing some research on engagement ring diamonds, would you recommend the following? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.04-carat-g-color-i1-clarity-very-good-cut-sku-156698?a_aid=dmnd1357 If yes, could you please recommend a similar diamond with the same round shape and minimum 1.0 carat, but on a lower budget (less than $3,300). Thanks James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology …


Q&A: Is Platinum worth the price?

I’ve got a budget of $3500 for the ring and diamond. I’ve been looking round and have almost decided on this setting: https://www.jamesallen.com/#!/engagement-rings/pave/platinum-pave-milgrain-halo-item-8146?a_aid=dmnd1357 I read on one of your responses that you think platinum is not worth the price, can you please tell me why you think this? In terms of the diamond, I’m thinking …


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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