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Q&A: Second Opinion on Purchased Diamond Studs

By Mike Fried,

Carat: 0.70

Q&A: Second Opinion on Purchased Diamond Studs

i just purchased a pair of 1.2tcw, H color, VSI2 diamond studs set in 18K white gold standard setting for $4560 at an Off Saks Outlet store. I have since discovered your website which is great. I am obsessing on whether I got a good pair of studs. The original price was $8900…which is obviously …


Q&A: Seeking 0.5-1 Ct. Diamond to Replace Cheap Engagement Ring

I have been looking around your site for a few months and finally decided to just ask my wife what ring she would like [to replace the cheap engagement ring I got her 9 years ago] … she settled upon this style: https://www.jamesallen.com/#!/engagement-rings/three-stone/14k-white-gold-round-shaped-three-stone-channel-set-diamond-engagement-ring-item-1800?a_aid=dmnd1357 I am now looking at a diamond to put in it and …


Q&A: Round Diamond on a Budget

Q&A: Round Diamond on a Budget

Is it possible to get a good .5 – .7 carat between $800 – $1000 or do I have to up my budget more? 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 …


Q&A: “I would love to get your opinion on this stone!”

I feel bad about troubling you with something that has been discussed on your excellent website so exhaustively, but I am in the market for an engagement ring. I would like the stone to be round, and the setting pave or channel. I have selected the following diamond in the belief that it is eye-clean …


Q&A: Looking for 2nd Opinion on 0.71 Round Cut

I was wondering whether the following diamond could be set in order to cover the large imperfection on the edge, or is the imperfection simply too large? I think I am going to get a plain 4-prong setting. If so, are there any other imperfections that I do not see? I am on a fairly …


Q&A: Help! Shopping on a Budget and Would Welcome Direction!

First off, I have to thank you for putting together such a fantastic website to educate newbie diamond buyers on what to look for and what to avoid. When I first started my journey to buy an engagement ring, all I had was a brief article on the 4 C’s that emphasized doing cursory diamond …


Q&A: Looking for 2 Ct. Center Stone for 3 Stone Ring

I love your site and am so grateful to learn from the valuable information you provide. I am originally from Dublin, Ireland now living in the US, buying a large engagement ring is not as common in Europe, but since I’m in the US now, I want to participate in the tradition here. I have …


Q&A: Looking for Cushion or Emerald for Tight Budget

I remember my girl mentioning square cut diamonds not princess cut. Like everyone I would like to get the biggest stone possible and still have a beautiful diamond as well. I have a $1800 – $2000 budget for the stone. Any advise would be very helpful and a reputable dealer to buy from. James Allen …


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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