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Q&A: Seeking a Second Opinion on an Emerald Cut Diamond

By Mike Fried,

Budget: $4,500

Q&A: Seeking a Second Opinion on an Emerald Cut Diamond

Hi, I was wondering what you thought about this diamond? It seems very large for its ct, but I’m worried about the inclusions that are right in the middle. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/0.90-carat-i-color-vs2-clarity-sku-243627?a_aid=dmnd1357 Thanks so much. That diamond is not eye-clean. I would recommend this one instead: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/0.90-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-251814?a_aid=dmnd1357 What do you think? What do you think about these? http://www.ritani.com/diamonds/emerald-diamond-1-13-Carat-I-color-GIA-certified/D-G5Q13J …



Q&A: Looking for a 1 Ct. Round Diamond for $6000 – $7000 Budget

Thanks for the great information on your site. I’m interested in a round 1 carat diamond to be set in a plain solitaire (white gold or platinum) setting. My budget is $6000 – $7000. I’d very much appreciate any recommendations you could provide. Thanks again.  What do you think of these? www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.21-carat-i-color-vs2-clarity-sku-198878?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.20-carat-i-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-240526?a_aid=dmnd1357 It looks …


Q&A: Looking for a 1 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring

 Hi, I am hoping you can help me pick out engagement ring for my girlfriend. She is a smaller girl so I know she wants a simple ring. I think I am going of go with this solitaire setting in either 14k or 18kwhite gold: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/solitaire/14k-white-gold-2mm-knife-edge-solitaire-engagement-ring-item-7115?a_aid=dmnd1357 I would love to know your thoughts on whether to …


Q&A: Finding the Best 0.8 to 1 Ct. Round Diamond for an Engagement Ring

 Hi there, I am comparing both of this diamond for the engagement ring, can you help me with your suggestion? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/?CaratFrom=0.84&CaratTo=10.00&Color=E,F,G&Clarity=VS1&Cut=TrueHearts,Ideal,Excellent&PriceFrom=400&PriceTo=999000&Sort=Carat%20asc,%20DefaultOrder&ViewsOptions=Images&TabSelected=3&DiamondID=227732,181419&ps=6 … Maybe i will take a look again later and update you with the new list or maybe you can help me the best one at range $4000-$4500. Anyway, can you help me how to …



Q&A: Choosing an Eye-Clean Round Diamond for a £3000 Budget

Hello, I quite like this ring: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/three-stone/14k-white-gold-round-brilliant-and-pave-accents-engagement-ring-item-16750?a_aid=dmnd1357 I have approximately a £3000 budget Can you advise some suitable options for the diamond that would still look good to the naked eye? Thanks.      Is the budget for the diamond only or including the setting?  including the setting    If you can stretch your budget a …


Q&A: Choosing a 1 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for $4500 Budget

 Hi, I am looking to purchase an engagement ring for my girlfriend. We have spent a lot of time looking at rings together and I have a good idea what she is after. The setting I have chosen is this one: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/pave/14k-white-gold-thin-french-cut-pave-set-diamond-engagement-ring-item-7092?a_aid=dmnd1357 Either in the 14k or the 18k I have not decided yet. As for …


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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