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Q&A: Clarity Enhancement

By Mike Fried,

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Q&A: Clarity Enhancement

Thank you so much for this website. I have been reading on it since yesterday for a few hours, and can appreciate the advice given. I am on the look-out for a loose marquise diamond. I want to build an e-ring for around 2500-3000. Any advice on which diamond to pick? Second question. According to …


Q&A: Looking for 0.75 Ct. Princess Cut

Please assist in finding a good value 0.75ct Princess Cut diamond. My original diamond budget was $3000, but I’m starting to think I can save more. The James Allen rep has pushed a $2800 rock, but I think I can go lower. Here are some diamonds I’ve been looking at: 1. JA rep recommended $2830 …


Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for Tiffany-Style Setting

Firstly, thank you so much for your insight and reviews – I have to agree with others that this site has been by far the most useful out there! I am looking for an engagement ring and know that my fiancee loves the Tiffany Setting – 6 prong, round-cut style solitaire rings, however I simply …


Q&A: Steering Clear of Being Ripped Off…

I’m so glad I found your site! The information you provide are incredibly helpful! First off, thank you for taking time to answer my questions. Any recommendations/suggestions will be greatly appreciated! During the process of engagement ring hunting, I came across this dilemma: I found (2) rings that I like, one is from a jeweler …


Q&A: Looking for Princess Cut for $2K Budget

I’m trying to find an engagement ring to give to my girlfriend. The other day we were at Kay Jewelers and she loved the Leo brand princess cut diamonds, unfortunately the 3/4 ct. version sells for $4k+ and my current budget is roughly $2k. If you could recommend any diamonds that might have as much …


Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for Blue Sapphire Side Stone Setting

I stumbled upon your website after googling bluenile reviews and I am glad I found it, else I may have not been made aware of blue niles lower rating compared to other online jewelry stores. Your website has also pointed me to james allen and I have been looking through their inventory since then. I …


Q&A: On the Hunt for a $15K Princess Cut

Love the site! I found it helpful a couple years ago when I was searching for info about earrings and now I’m back looking for help with a ring. Thanks for the great info. Essentially, I have four questions. I apologize in advance for their length. #1) Do you have any recommendations for a diamond …


Q&A: Looking for Round Diamond for $6500 Total Budget

Thank you for all the excellent information on diamonds.pro. I’m just beginning my search and finalizing my budget, about $6,500 but less is obviously better, and I had a few questions. My girlfriend likes a fairly expensive setting, the Tacori 2620 RD Pave (http://www.tacori.com/newjewelrycollection/prettyinpink/2620rdsmppk.html), which varies in price based on the carat weight of the …


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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