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Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond of 0.8 Ct. for a White Gold Setting with Around $2k-$2.5k Total Budget

By Mike Fried,

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Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond of 0.8 Ct. for a White Gold Setting with Around $2k-$2.5k Total Budget

Hi there! I stumbled upon your website and have learned so much. The knowledge I have gathered has allowed me to drop my budget on the ring and get it sooner so that I can propose. I have a couple of questions. First off, I have selected a ring from jamesallen.com: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/solitaire/18k-white-gold-diamond-studded-bezel-solitaire-item-7849?a_aid=dmnd1357 Also I would …



Q&A: Looking for a .6-.7 Ct. Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Ring with Side Stones with a Budget of ~$1350

Hi, I need a replacement diamond for my wife’s wedding ring. It was originally a ~.4 carat marquise diamond in yellow gold with very small side stones. I would like to replace it with a .6-.7 carat round stone. Looking for good value less than ~$1350. Found this one. Any recommendations? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.64-carat-k-color-vs1-clarity-very-good-cut-sku-286564?a_aid=dmnd1357   I would …




Q&A: Help Selecting a Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Pavé Setting With a $2,500 Budget

 Hi Mike, I’m looking for a round diamond for this setting in yellow gold: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/pave/18k-yellow-gold-double-claw-prong-0.18ct-pave-set-surprise-diamond-engagement-ring-item-2028?a_aid=dmnd1357 I’d like to keep the cost of the diamond under $2500, but could go a little higher for a great stone. I’d like to keep the carat range between .7 and .8, and the cut quality as high as possible. …




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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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