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Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Petite Pave Setting with Around $4,000k Budget

Last Updated On: December 19, 2018

Hello, I am looking at purchasing a diamond ring and am looking to find the best overall diamond that is in the $3,500-$4,000 range. I would like to be close to 1 carat but realize it will probably be a little smaller to get a nice diamond. I’m not sure how much weight I should …

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Q&A: Choosing an Oval Cut Diamond With Up to $4,000 Budget

Last Updated On: December 17, 2018

Hello, I’m looking for an oval diamond. My preferences are: -0.9 carat minimum -D – F Color -SI1 minimum -4k Budget (5k total for the ring). -1.3-1.4 L/W ratio Do you think I can find something in the budget? Here’s my suggestion of a stone with the quality I’d recommend: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/oval-cut/0.90-carat-f-color-vs1-clarity-sku-4623771?a_aid=dmnd1357 It’s very well cut, …

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Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond for a White Gold Ring With $5k Total Budget

Last Updated On: December 17, 2018

Hello, I’m starting the search for a great value ring to propose to my girlfriend. I’m looking for something very simple. From my reading on your site and elsewhere I’ve concluded that a solitaire ring with a round diamond (I think that’s the right terminology) is what I’m looking for. My budget is $5,000 but …

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Q&A: Looking for an Oval-Shaped Diamond Within a $3k Budget

Last Updated On: December 17, 2018

Hello! What are your recommended parameters for an oval diamond in regards to cut, color, clarity, diamond table %, etc. Will most likely be looking for .70 to 1.0 carat and in the $3,000 range (or less if possible). I really just want it to look high quality to the naked eye, but not go …

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Q&A: Looking for a Round Cut Diamond for a Platinum Halo Setting Within a $5k Budget

Last Updated On: December 14, 2018

Hi, I am looking for a round diamond for a halo pave setting in platinum. I am trying to get the biggest bang for my buck with a budget of ~$5,000 on the diamond, so maybe an SI2 eye-clean G-I color excellent cut. I would like it to be as big as possible (hopefully more …

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Q&A: Choosing a Cushion Cut Diamond For a Rose Gold Halo Setting With Up to $4,000 Budget

Last Updated On: December 13, 2018

Hello, I am interested in an engagement ring for my girlfriend. I enjoyed your site immensely and found it very helpful! However, I wanted your personal recommendation if you are willing to give it. I am looking for an engagement ring with the following characteristics: 14K or 18K rose gold halo setting cushion diamond eye-clean, …

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Q&A: Help Choosing a Round Diamond For a Classic Solitaire Setiting With a $2,500 Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

Hi, I’m looking for a round diamond of 0.75-1.0 carat to set in a solitaire engagement ring. Naturally, I’ve been looking online at the usual suspects but there is an overwhelming supply of stones. My key priority is the cut, but the rest of the Cs is naturally also important. We live in Sweden so …

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Q&A: Experience Shopping for a Diamond Pendant on a 5k Budget

Last Updated On: December 4, 2018

Hi, I’m in the process of looking for a diamond for a pendant necklace to give to my fiance on our wedding day. This is the setting I think I’ll go with (18K White Gold 4 prong basket): 18K WHITE GOLD FOUR PRONG WIRE BASKET SOLITAIRE PENDANT (MOUNTING) I’m looking at round diamonds. I’ve been …

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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.