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Q&A: Looking for a Round Diamond for a Halo Setting for Under $5k Budget

By Mike Fried,

Budget: $5,000

Q&A: Looking for a Round Diamond for a Halo Setting for Under $5k Budget

I need advice on the right type of diamond to purchase for a halo ring setting (ring size 7). Looking at 1 to 2 carats total weight. My budget preference would be under $5000. Are you looking for a round cut diamond? Also, what metal (yellow/white gold, platinum) should be the setting in? First choice …


Q&A: Experience Shopping for a Diamond Pendant on a 5k Budget

Hi, I’m in the process of looking for a diamond for a pendant necklace to give to my fiance on our wedding day. This is the setting I think I’ll go with (18K White Gold 4 prong basket): 18K WHITE GOLD FOUR PRONG WIRE BASKET SOLITAIRE PENDANT (MOUNTING) I’m looking at round diamonds. I’ve been …


Q&A: Looking for a 1 Ct. Oval-Shaped Diamond

Hello, I am searching for an oval diamond ring and stumbled across your website. I know it is very difficult to assess oval cuts so I wanted to ask you guys for your opinion. I have linked an oval diamond below this message from James Allen and wanted to ask what you guys thought of …



Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond With $5,000k Budget

Is this a good deal for the diamond? www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.90-carat-g-color-vs2-clarity-ideal-cut-sku-4369649?a_aid=dmnd1357 The cut is ideal and inclusions are minimal from what I can see from the 360 view. I wanted to keep my budget at 4000 but I can’t seem to find anything near what I want for that price. Thank you! The stone is beautiful with …



Q&A: Help Finding an Emerald Cut Diamond Within a $5,000 – 10,000 Budget

I am looking to purchase a 1.4-1.5 carat emerald cut diamond between G-I, minimum of VS2, and wanted to know if there is a significant visual size difference in from 1.4-1.5 carats? The setting will be a cathedral with either pave or solitaire. Thank you for your help. Your website has been extremely informative with …


Q&A: Help Finding a Pear Shape Diamond With a $5 – 7k Budget

Hi, I was reading your article regarding pear-shaped diamonds. I see where you have listed the parameters for a cushion cut in this article but not for a pear. Can you please inform me of the parameters I should be looking for with a pear-shaped diamond? Thank you very much for your time. For pear …


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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