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Q&A: Need Help Finding 1 Ct. Princess Cut

By Mike Fried,

Budget: $4,500

Q&A: Need Help Finding 1 Ct. Princess Cut

I am looking for a princess cut diamond for an engagement ring. First I would like to say thank you for providing such a wonderful site, it has educated me a lot about diamonds. I have been reviewing all the articles on your site for the past three months and am confident that I am …


Q&A: Looking for Emerald Cut for Solitaire Setting

Hope you are well. I have started researching diamonds and have my eye set on picking out an emerald cut to set in a simple solitaire. I have picked a few from james allen and was hoping to get your thoughts, which one you believe to be best bang for buck, and if there are …


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

What do you recommend for a budget of $4,800 diamond. She likes round with an ideal cut for a halo setting. Can you recommend me any suggestions. Likely will buy by this week. Look forward to hearing from you. James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology is the …


Q&A: Need 2nd Opinion on 1 Ct. Oval Cut

Please take a look at this link. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/oval-cut/1.05-carat-f-color-vvs1-clarity-sku-212431?a_aid=dmnd1357 I like everything about this diamond except for its medium blue florescence. How can I get comfort that this will not be hazy? 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 …


Q&A: Looking for 1 Ct. Round Cut for WG Setting

I am hoping you can help me. I have read your articles on shopping for diamonds and they are extremly helpful. I have looked at James Allen and Blue Nile (yes I read your article on BN) I know the setting I want and I have been trying to locate a center round cut diamond …


Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for YG Solitaire Setting

Hi, I am looking for a round diamond stone for this 18K Yellow Gold Spiral Solitaire Engagement Ring (https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/tension/18k-yellow-gold-spiral-solitaire-engagement-ring-item-1365?a_aid=dmnd1357) from James Allen. It looks like a pseudo-tension setting (but really half bezel). I am looking for something eye-clean and around 3/4 ct.. I’m planning on GIA Excellent cut. What color/clarity should I be looking for, …


Q&A: Looking for 2nd Opinion on K Color Stone

Big fan of your site as I’ve been searching for a ring for my future Fiance for a while now. Was looking at this diamond on james allen and it looks great and but will i notice the K color on a white gold setting? It’s also a good cut but I’m surprised how much …


Q&A: Cushion Cut 1.2-1.5 Cts.

Thanks so much for all of your helpful information on this website! I am looking for the best value for a cushion cut between 1.2-1.5 ct, a l/w ratio closer to 1 (square), a beautiful cut between $4000-$6000. I have been looking at James Allen and have found some good stones, just would like your …


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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