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Q&A: Choosing a 0.80 ct – 1.0ct Pear-Shaped Diamond for a Solitaire Engagement Ring

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hello, Im looking for a pear shaped diamond to be set as an engagement ring. Im looking for 0.80 ct – 1.0ct Colour: D,E,F Clarity: VS2 and above Symmetry and Polish: Excellent Wanting to have this set in either white gold or plantinum – simple plain band. Diamond to be set off centre – pointed end …

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Q&A: Choosing a 2/3 to 3/4 Ct. Round Diamond for a White Gold Halo Setting for $3,200-3,800

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

Hi, I’m looking for a 2/3 to 3/4 carat round diamond for between $3,200-3,800. It will be set in a white gold engagement ring, which has a split shank and a halo of small diamonds. I’ve been looking around and I found to likely diamond candidates but cannot decide between the two. GIA 5156387580 GIA 5141648867 …

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Q&A: Choosing the Largest Possible Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Setting with a $4k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi, I’m looking for a round shaped diamond to go with a yellow gold, plain solitaire, 4-prong setting. $4000 budget. As big as I can get for a clean diamond. I’ve read a few of your articles but am having trouble knowing if the diamond will be clean to the naked eye. A lot of the …

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Q&A: Trying to Find a Princess Cut Diamond Close to 2 Ct. with a $4,000-$7,000 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I’d like to buy an approximately 2 carat princess cut solitaire in either a white gold or platinum ring. I would like to stay around $4,000-$7,000 and I want a ring that won’t embarrass her and won’t break the bank. My friend used your advice on a ring about a year ago and said I’d be crazy …

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Q&A: Looking for a Round Diamond for a Platinum Solitaire Setting for Around $3,500

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hello! I’m looking to spend roughly $3,500 on a round-cut diamond for my girlfriend’s engagement ring. I read through your articles and while I feel like I could go forward and choose a decent diamond I’d really like to get your advice. I could probably go up in price by maybe $500-700, if there’s a significant …

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Q&A: Choosing the Right Princess Cut Diamond for a Vintage-Like Engagement Ring for $3,000-$4,000 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi, I wanted to start by saying I really appreciate all that you have done with this site as I have learned so much during my search for an engagement ring. I have visited local jewelers and searched online for awhile and I am pretty sure that I have decided to go with James Allen. I …

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Q&A: Choosing a Round AGS or GIA Certified 0.8+ Ct. Diamond for $4000 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Thanks a lot for the great content on your site! I’m looking to purchase an engagement ring in the near future, and have found your site very helpful in clearing out all the sales pitches and misinformation. In your opinion, is there an advantage to purchasing a diamond from an online site and then taking …

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Q&A: Picking the Right Cushion Cut for a Halo Setting with a $4000 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi there, I’m having some trouble picking out a cushion cut diamond with a budget around $4000 (but some flexibility). She only cares that it is as radiant as possible, I don’t think she truly has a preference for the “chunky” or “crushed glass” styles, although the “chunky” ones do seem to be more radiant …

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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.