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Q&A: Help Finding a ~ 5 Ct. Round Diamond for a White Gold Solitaire Setting

By Mike Fried,

Budget: $75.000

Q&A: Help Finding a ~ 5 Ct. Round Diamond for a White Gold Solitaire Setting

Hello. Which stone would you recommend? They’re similar, both J colored however one has medium fluorescent. Thank you for your assistance. This would be a large online purchase. www.jamesallen.com/mobile/loose-diamonds/round-cut/5.71-carat-j-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-3714025?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.brilliance.com/loose-diamonds/round/5-53-carat-j-color-super-ideal-make-vs2-clarity-gia-certified-SKU-D14634831 Thank you! Unfortunately, the one on JA isn’t eye-clean (the crystal is right in the middle of the table and would be visible to the …


Q&A: Help Finding a 3 Ct. Round Diamond for a Platinum Setting With Filigree

Q&A: Help Finding a 3 Ct. Round Diamond for a Platinum Setting With Filigree

Is ‘The Gem Guide’ publication truly a wholesale price guide? I’m interested in purchasing a round cut diamond, excellent or Ideal cut, VVS2 or better, H or better, no fluorescence, 3 to 3-1/2 carats. Do any of the above benchmarks represent a poor value, ie – would anyone other than a jeweler see a difference …


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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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