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Q&A: Looking for Eye-clean Round Cut on JA

By Mike Fried,

Budget: $4,500

Q&A: Looking for Eye-clean Round Cut on JA

My total budget is $4,700. Yellow Gold 18k Halo or Tiffany’s style setting Desired carat .90+ I checked out James Allen (obv open to others) like you’ve recommended and every time I find a diamond that’s VS2-S1 in the $$ zone, I see a lot (5-8) of black inclusions in the diamond under High Res …


Q&A: Comparing 2 Sets of Diamond Studs

I have 2 other choices for diamond studs to compare (other choice was sold before I decided to buy). 1. The first set was on another site, but James Allen had the exact same stones & said they would match the price (the prices were lower on brilliance.com) & I would buy them from James …


Q&A: Looking for 1 Ct. Cushion Cut for Pt Solitaire Setting

I’m looking for a 1 CT (no more than 1.1 CT since she has tall hands), cushion cut diamond. I’d also like a platinum solitaire setting. She says she wants the smallest, lowest profile setting that will adequately support the stone. Any advice or recommendations would be greatly appreciated! James Allen James Allen is the …


Q&A: K Color for White Gold Setting?

Thanks for all of the info and you site. Please let me know if you think the diamond below is a good buy? Yes or no? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.90-carat-k-color-si2-clarity-sku-180211 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 …


Q&A: Looking for Eye-Clean Round Cut for $4500 Budget

First, I would just like to say thanks for all of the great information on your website. I appreciate that you believe in educating the consumer and giving people the ability to get the most for their money. I have read through most of your info and I agree with not spending extra money on …


Q&A: Steering Clear of Being Ripped Off…

I’m so glad I found your site! The information you provide are incredibly helpful! First off, thank you for taking time to answer my questions. Any recommendations/suggestions will be greatly appreciated! During the process of engagement ring hunting, I came across this dilemma: I found (2) rings that I like, one is from a jeweler …


Q&A: Looking for 1 Ct. Cushion Cut for Halo Setting

I loved the video on EGL vs GIA. I learned a lot more there than from hours of research and talking with friends who have already purchased engagement rings. My time is approaching and I have thought about going to a diamond dealer in either SF or Chicago where friends have bought diamonds with settings …


Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for Blue Sapphire Side Stone Setting

I stumbled upon your website after googling bluenile reviews and I am glad I found it, else I may have not been made aware of blue niles lower rating compared to other online jewelry stores. Your website has also pointed me to james allen and I have been looking through their inventory since then. I …


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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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