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Q&A: Looking for Oval Diamond for ~$10K Budget

By Mike Fried,

Budget: $8,000

Q&A: Looking for Oval Diamond for ~$10K Budget

I am looking for a diamond for my girlfriend. Preferably oval or round since she has to wear latex gloves for work and square shapes are more likely to tear. Leaning to oval due to more stone for the price. I would like to spend 8300 to 9500 for the stone and prefer size and …


Q&A: “Diamond Noob” Looking for Cushion Cut Diamond

I’d consider myself a “diamond noob,” so your website is extremely extremely helpful (I especially appreciate your full disclosure policy re: your relationship with diamond dealers). In short, I’m looking for a cushion-cut stone in the 1.25 to 1.75 carat range. My price range is around $8 to $10 thousand. A hobby gemologist friend recommended …


Q&A: Need Help with 3 Stone Oval Cut Diamond Ring

Q: We know exactly what we want and are about to purchase from blue nile,but since reading your site–are confused and fearful.. where can we go to get same diamond ring for good cost..? James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology is the same as inspecting a diamond with …



Q&A: One Carat Round Diamond for $8K Budget

I am looking for a round excellent cut diamond, 0.95 to 1.05 carat, G or better in color, SI1/VS2 or better in clarity, GIA or AGS. I’d prefer not to spend more than $8K. Thank you very much for your help! James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology …


Q&A: Seeking Round Diamond for $8-9K Budget

I’ve been reading your blog for the last few months, and I’m extremely impressed with all the information. I’m on the market for a round diamond for an engagement ring, and it would be wonderful if you could help me with some suggestions. I have a budget of $8000-$9000 and I’m looking for the best …


Q&A: Need Help Finding 1 Carat Round Diamond on James Allen

First of all thank you for your website. it is very interesting information and easy to understand. I am looking for an engagement ring with a 1 carat diamond. At the beginning i found things around 6~7K USD (ring included) with E/VSI grades but it was with the EGL lab. based on your information i …


Q&A: Looking for Advice on Round Diamond for $8-9K AUD Budget

I have made the big call to buy an engagement ring! My budget is around $8-9,000 AUD. I really like 6 prong rings and round diamonds. What do you think of: This ring (18k White Gold Six Prong Knife-Edged Diamond Ring): https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/solitaire/diamond-solitaire-rings.html This diamond: https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/H-SI2-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1345902.asp I can see some imperfections using the virtual loupe – …


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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