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Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Ring with Around $4k Budget

By Mike Fried,

Budget: $4,000

Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Ring with Around $4k Budget

Hi there, hope you guys are well. My fiancee and I have been looking at purchasing a three-stone ring from James Allen. The two diamonds we are currently considering are: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.90-carat-k-color-vs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2338731?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.90-carat-k-color-vs1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2117731?a_aid=dmnd1357 This is the setting she really likes: www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/three-stone/18k-yellow-gold-marquise-shape-three-stone-ring-item-59191?a_aid=dmnd1357 It would be great to get your thoughts on the two diamonds and any advice …


Q&A: Help Choosing a Fancy Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond

Hi. I’m struggling to choose between 4 yellow diamonds. 2 are on the Leibish site and 2 are on James Allen site. One on James Allen is probably actually too expensive so can be ruled out, but it is nice… Are you able to help me choose the best of the 4? I’d be happy …



Q&A: Looking for a Halo Platinum Engagement Ring Within a $4k Budget

Hello! I am looking for an engagement ring with a platinum halo setting. The stone should be eye clean and not too small. My budget is approx. $4000. Would you be able to assist? Thank you in advance. I’d be happy to make some recommendations for you, but I need a little more info. What …


Q&A: Choosing a Round Center Diamond for a Solitaire With a $4k Budget Including Taxes to the UK

Hi, I am looking for an engagement ring. I have a budget of approx $4000 dollars including the UK 22% tax and the ring itself. I like the look of this one: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.85-carat-h-color-vvs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2111594?a_aid=dmnd1357 But it’s a bit out of budget as it doesn’t take in to account UK tax. Any recommendations you can provide would be …


Q&A: Looking for a Radiant or Asscher Cut Diamond for a Solitaire Setting

Good evening. I am looking for a solitaire diamond in a platinum setting. Very simple and elegant. I would like either a radiant cut or asscher cut, but open to others. Not a huge fan of the princess or round cuts. I was checking this out: http://www.brilliantearth.com/rings/cyorings/view_diamond/3358559/?sid=1705490 Any thought?   I’d be happy to make …



Q&A: Help Finding a 1Ct. Cushion Cut Diamond with Around $4k Budget

Hello, I was just curious if you could assist with helping me select a diamond from James Allen. I’m looking for a cushion cut, 1ct or a little more, color of D or E, clarity can be SI1/2 or VS1/2. Having read some of your articles, it seems like lower clarity grades can be had …


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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