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Q&A: Help Finding The Best Diamond for Around $350 Budget

Last Updated On: September 27, 2018

I am looking for a diamond for $250-350. Can you also tell me what style of setting (solitaire, pave or other), metal (white or yellow gold) and shape of diamond you’re looking for? Then I’ll be happy to send you my suggestion. No specific setting, I want the most valuable piece for my money whether …

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Q&A: Help Choosing a Pair of Diamond Earrings for a Platinum Setting With a $1,000 – $1,300 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I’m looking for a pair of 1/4 or 1/2 carat diamond earrings for my girlfriend as a birthday present. Have been looking into JamesAllen.com. Have never bought a diamond before. What mistakes do I need to avoid? Why are the settings so different in price? What’s a tried & trusted choice? Thank you! I’m happy …

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Q&A: Fancy Color Diamond for Investment Purposes?

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

Hi. I’m looking for a diamond to keep as an investment, where its value will be appreciated over time. I have these 3 from Blue Nile in mind. I particularly like the color ones over the clear one. However, some told me that it would be easier to resell the clear diamond than the color …

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Q&A: Help Finding an Engagement Ring With a $1000 Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

I am a college student who is graduating in May. I am debating proposing before then. I am on a limited college student type budget. I am not sure if you work with people in this demographic but I don’t know anything much about diamonds or wedding bands. I found you through Art of Charm …

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Q&A: Help Finding a Center Stone for a Yellow Gold Three Stone Setting

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

Have you any thoughts on purchases through ice.com – can you point me to a review on your site. I’m looking at this ring, can you recommend a better value elsewhere? https://www.ice.com/rings/wedding-rings/bridal-sets/c/1497/1-8-9-ct-tw-lucida-three-stone-princess-cut-bridal-set-in-18k-yellow-gold-amc-abs1042i118ky100p/p/269636 That is in terms of the main ring (with three stones). Thank you for your help. …… I had written another question previously, …

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Q&A: Help Choosing a 0.3 Ct. Round Diamond for a White Gold Engagement Ring

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

I’m searching for a solitaire diamond ring for my fiance, and have a particular type of diamond in mind: round, D colour, between 0.25-0.3 carats, set in a thin white gold band. My budget is around AUD $1000. I have a photograph of the type of ring I’d like to purchase. I’d like to send …

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Q&A: Choosing a Pair of 0.5 Ct. Total Weight Round Diamonds for Leverback Earrings with Around $1,500 Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

I’m looking for a pair of diamond earrings, preferably on a platinum or 18k white gold with lever back style. I guess 0.5 total carat weight would be about the right size for my ears. I want to use the earrings on daily basis, but I want them to still have premium quality. My budget …

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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.