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Q&A: In Need of Sparkly 0.75 Ct. Round Cut

By Mike Fried,

Carat: 0.70

Q&A: In Need of Sparkly 0.75 Ct. Round Cut

Hoping for some assistance! My girlfriend has only 1 ring design that she wants, and its from a mall store (ugh). We’ve looked at dozens of “similar” settings, but it always comes back to the mall one. The center stones there are terrible, and not remotely eye clean or sparkly (her words). But, the setting …


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I feel blessed to have come across your website, and have tried to educate myself a bit based on the great information you have listed. Nonetheless, I am a complete novice in this area and would appreciate a bit of guidance–and perhaps you could suggest 3-4 possibilities for me. I hope this gives you enough …


Q&A: Cushion Cut for $3500 Budget

Thank you for taking the time to review my question. I’ve read quite a few of your articles and others online to get myself somewhat educated, but would love your help! To give you the breakdown of my preferences, here they are: -online (heard most/best about James Allen) -cushion cut -cut: the best possible (but …


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I am currently beginning to look for an engagement ring. When I discussed with my girlfriend some of her requests/ideas she suggested that she would like a princess cut diamond. I have a setting that I fell in love with on James Allen and it has 8 round diamonds, channel set. Here is a link …


Q&A: Looking for 0.7 Ct. Round Cut

I have been searching both your website and the internet for a quality priced diamond. Thanks for all your help! I like this one from James Allen:https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.73-carat-g-color-vvs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-195638?a_aid=dmnd1357 My ideal specs are around 3500 give or take 200. Color G or H Ideal Cut, with the depth 59-62 and table 55-58. Everything else excellent- GF said …


Q&A: Round Cut for WG Setting

Q&A: Round Cut for WG Setting

I’m buying an engagement ring for my girlfriend and came across your site during my research. Congrats on the site, it’s great and very unique. I found a setting on jamesallen.com that I’ve decided on. https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/channel-set/18k-white-gold-engraved-channel-set-princess-and-carre-shaped-diamond-engagement-ring-item-2275?a_aid=dmnd1357 My budget is $4k, so with this setting, I’m looking for a diamond with a budget of $2,250. Neither …


Q&A: Need Second Opinion on 0.73 Ct. Round Cut

I have read through your site quite extensively in my search to find the perfect ring for my future wife. I wanted to get your opinion on a diamond. It is going into a white gold band. I think I want to limit the diamond price to around $2000. From what I can tell, the …


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I’m looking to purchase an emerald cut with solitaire mounting. I’ve visited a couple of the local jewelers and have found a couple of diamonds that fit my budget ($3000 including mounting). The first is a .88 ct, H, SI1 emerald cut with the diamond priced at $2300. The second is a .52 ct, D, …


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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