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Q&A: Looking for a Round Diamond for a Simple Solitaire Setting Within a $2k-$3k Budget

By Mike Fried,

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Q&A: Looking for an Oval-Shaped Diamond for a White Gold Halo Setting With a $1700k Budget

Hello, I am looking to purchase this diamond from James Allen: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/oval-cut/0.76-carat-j-color-si1-clarity-sku-3679735?a_aid=dmnd1357, and I’m using this setting: 14K WHITE GOLD PAVE HALO DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING. I was wondering if you thought the J color diamond would look slightly yellow in this setting? Also, what is your opinion on the quality of the diamond? I can …


Q&A: Choosing a Yellow Diamond with Around $6k Budget

Q&A: Choosing a Yellow Diamond with Around $6k Budget

Hi, First, thank you for providing such comprehensive and pertinent educational tools for free. I heard about you on the Art of Charm podcast. I am looking for an engagement ring with a deep yellow diamond set in white gold. My budget is around $6000 total cost. I like the look of pave up one …


Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond for a Pave Setting With a $4,000 Total Budget

Greetings, Thank you for your comprehensive website. I’m looking at this .80ct G-I1 and can’t seem to spot the flaws. I’m trying to find a diamond .7ct and above for an engagement ring. My budget is $4000 total. My setting is also linked below (at about $1500). Any help or suggestion is appreciated. www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.80-carat-g-color-i1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-3219525?a_aid=dmnd1357 That …




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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