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Q&A: Help Finding a Three-Stone White Gold Ring with a Round Center Diamond for Under $5,500 In Total

By Mike Fried,

Budget: $5,500


Q&A: Looking for an Emerald or Oval Diamond With a $5,500 Total Budget

Q&A: Looking for an Emerald or Oval Diamond With a $5,500 Total Budget

Hi there. Could I please get the Blue Nile coupon? Thanks for your comparative review. Glad they have improved as most other reviews out there aren’t as great. Sure, I’m happy to help: [contact us for your own unique coupon code] I’m also happy to help you select a diamond or review the one you …


Q&A: Help Choosing a Round Diamond for a Solitaire With a $5,500 Budget

Q&A: Help Choosing a Round Diamond for a Solitaire With a $5,500 Budget

Hello I’m going to purchase an engagement ring, but I have a hard time choosing a diamond online. I personally like Ritanl and James Allen. Ritani would be my favorite because they offer in-store review. But I’m open to other options. I’m not sure it is the best time to buy or if I should …


Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond for Around $5,500 Budget

I like your website and reviews so I thought I would reach out for an opinion. Out of these two… Which one would you choose? www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.10-carat-i-color-vvs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2393328?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.15-carat-i-color-vs1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-1965593?a_aid=dmnd1357 I wouldn’t choose either one. The first diamond has a strong fluorescence which is usually an issue on I+ colors: https://www.diamonds.pro/education/fluorescence/. The second option is IGI certified. https://www.diamonds.pro/education/igi/ …



Q&A: Help Finding a 1 Ct. Round Diamond for Around $4500 Budget

Hello! I am looking for a round diamond, around 1.0 ct with an excellent/ideal cut (max light reflection) for an engagement ring. I have been already investigating Blue Nile and James Allen. My max budget would be 4,500 USD. I would really appreciate your advice on the best diamond for the money. Thank you. Can …


Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond for a White Gold Solitaire or Pavé

Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond for a White Gold Solitaire or Pavé

Hi, I’m looking to purchase an engagement ring and would like your opinions on the following diamonds that have been recommended to me by James Allen. www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.00-carat-i-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2386480?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.23-carat-j-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2402748?a_aid=dmnd1357 Thanks. I love the I-color one. It’s beautifully cut and some of the harshest inclusions can be possibly covered with prongs. What style setting are you using …


Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond for Around $5,500 Budget

I am looking for a solitaire 1.5-2.0 carat round cut diamond. Which one would you recommend for most value? I’d be happy to make some recommendations for you, but I need a little more info. Can you give me your ballpark figure of what you’re planning to spend? Then I’ll be able to help you …


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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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