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Q&A: Choosing a 1.5 – 2 Ct. Pear-Shaped Diamond for a Rose Gold Halo Engagement Ring with $9000 Budget

By Mike Fried,

Budget: $9,000



Q&A: Deciding Between IGI and GIA Certified Round Diamonds

Hi, I came across a diamond going for $8995.00, and I wanted to know if it’s a good deal or not. I have listed the link to the IGI report below. Any information you could provide would be greatly appreciated! Your site is great! Report: http://www.igionline.com/igiweb/onlinereport/View_Cert.cfm?pCert=3803112671   I would stay away from that diamond at any …


Q&A: Finding the Largest Possible Princess Cut Diamond for $8 to 9k Budget

 I can’t thank you enough for the wealth of information that that you’ve made available online with regard to the purchasing of diamonds during that very special period in one’s life when you feel you’ve found that right someone and are ready for a long term commitment. While you’ve helped me to become a great …


Q&A: Looking for the Best Diamond for a 14k White Gold Solitaire Setting

 Hi, Thank you so very much for the service you provide here. I am beginning my initial process of looking at stones for an engagement ring. I am trying to find either a cushion brilliant or cushion modified brilliant cut stone that will be clean to the naked eye and hopefully in the 1.5-2.0 caret …



Q&A: Looking for 1.5 Ct. Oval Cut

Q&A: Looking for 1.5 Ct. Oval Cut

First off I want to say thank you for the site. I stumbled upon it in my search and so far it has been educational.. That being said I am finding the terms/process very overwhelming (I previously thought my fiance wanted a round/princess cut but she fell in love with the look of an oval …


Q&A: Second Opinion on 1.4 Ct. Round Cut

Could you comment on this diamond for $9880. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.40-carat-i-color-vs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-71737?a_aid=dmnd1357 Will likely place it on a setting like this. http://www.tacori.com/2565rd9.html Thanks! 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 …


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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