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Q&A: Looking for 2 Ct. Cushion Cut

By Mike Fried,

Budget: $7,500

Q&A: Looking for 2 Ct. Cushion Cut

Q&A: Looking for 2 Ct. Cushion Cut

I’m interested in buying a diamond engagement ring and was wondering if you could help. In terms of what I’m looking for: – Cushion Cut (or Round, but to be placed in a square thin halo) – Circa 2 Carat – Good quality cut (very good / ideal ?) – Color – G / H …


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I already feel like I have learned so much from your site that it feels rude to be asking for your time to give me more advice. I’ve been searching for what feels like eternity for the perfect diamond for my, hopefully not for long, girlfriend. I’m from the UK and initially I was skeptical …


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A friend recommended your site and I’ve just spent 2 hours reading most pages. Your advice is great and really helpful. Before coming across your site I knew nothing about diamonds and my knowledge is still tiny. I am going to propose in the next few months and would like a beautiful engagement ring. I …



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Hello, your website has been my go-to diamond resource, thank you! I’m torn between two diamonds at James Allen and your experienced opinion will assist greatly. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.50-carat-g-color-vs1-clarity-sku-204967?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.36-carat-g-color-vvs2-clarity-sku-196648?a_aid=dmnd1357 One ring is slightly larger while the other is of better quality and they are within $1,000. Which, in your opinion represents the best value for that …


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I was hoping to get your opinion on these three candidates, for a solitaire 6-prong 18k white gold engagement ring 1.28 VS2 with large crystals on the edge – can those be hidden behind a prong? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.28-carat-j-color-vs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-54952?a_aid=dmnd1357 1.40 SI1 with various wisps and needles https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.40-carat-j-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-149838?a_aid=dmnd1357 1.51 VS2 with “only” a Very Good cut – Would …


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I would like to buy a loose pink argyle diamond. My budget would be maximum about AUD 7-8K. It can be emerald or radiant or baguette cut or round. I will later set it to a ring for my own use. It will be used as central diamond & surrounded by white when I set …


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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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