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Q&A: Looking for Cushion Cut for $8-9K Budget

By Mike Fried,

Budget: $8,000

Q&A: Looking for Cushion Cut for $8-9K Budget

I am shopping for a cushion cut on a $8-9,000 budget for the stone. I have read your reviews and advice and have come across this stone from James Allen. Item # 1518487 (https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-VS1-Ideal-Cut-Cushion-Diamond-1518487.asp) 1.63 Carat I Color VS1 Ideal Cut My biggest concern is the proportions. Any advice would be appreciated. James Allen James …


Q&A: Looking for Emerald Cut Diamonds for 3 Stone Setting

Q&A: Looking for Emerald Cut Diamonds for 3 Stone Setting

I’ve been having great lunchtime fun internet-browsing for a replacement wedding ring which I lost earlier this year. I stumbled onto your website a couple of months ago & I’m hooked! It’s so informative & I love reading the stories of how you help folks find their perfect diamond… except that all the recent stories …


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

Great site. I’ve been reading it for the last few days as I start to narrow down may elusive search for the perfect engagement diamond. I’m looking for a loose diamond, as I chose a really nice solitaire setting at a local jewelry store, and in hopes of getting the best price as well. I …


Q&A: Looking for Princess Cut for Sidestone Setting

Looking to purchase an engagement ring for less than 8,000. Any help would be appreciated. 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 loupe. They have the largest exclusive loose diamond inventory online and fantastic prices. They also have …


Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for “Classic” Solitaire Setting

I have a budget of $7,000 to $9,000 for a diamond (range is due to the fact I’m still undecided about setting type/metal). I am very impressed by how helpful you are, and was wondering whether you could suggest a few good candidates. Following you advice, would not want to compromise on a great cut …


Q&A: Looking for Round Diamond for WG Ring on $8K Budget

I’m looking for a round diamond for a white gold engagement ring. My Budget is $7000-8000 for the diamond itself. I would like to get the biggest eye-clean diamond that I can, but I would be happy to buy a larger diamond with an inclusion that can be hidden under a prong. I would really …


Q&A: Looking for 1.25-1.5 Ct. Round Brilliant Diamond

I’m new to shopping for diamonds and I REALLY appreciate the fact that you’ve taken the time to help make sense of all this. What I’m looking for is the best round diamond I can find to go with a 14k white gold setting. My budget is no more than $7k for the diamond, not …



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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