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Q&A: Looking for a Cushion Cut Diamond for an Engagement Ring with Sidestones with Around $3,500 Budget

By Mike Fried,

Carat: 0.90


Q&A: Looking for a Cushion Cut Diamond for a Halo Setting with a $5k-$7k Budget

1. $5000 – 7000 Total 2. White 3. She likes cushion cut, this is the setting style she likes: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/halo/18k-white-gold-pave-set-engagement-ring-cushion-center-item-31888?a_aid=dmnd1357  Is your budget for the diamond or does it include the setting?   Per your recommendations I was looking for a cushion cut around 1c that is eye clean and has depth and table < 70%. …







Q&A: Seeking a Second Opinion on an Emerald Cut Diamond

Hi, I was wondering what you thought about this diamond? It seems very large for its ct, but I’m worried about the inclusions that are right in the middle. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/0.90-carat-i-color-vs2-clarity-sku-243627?a_aid=dmnd1357 Thanks so much. That diamond is not eye-clean. I would recommend this one instead: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/0.90-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-251814?a_aid=dmnd1357 What do you think? What do you think about these? http://www.ritani.com/diamonds/emerald-diamond-1-13-Carat-I-color-GIA-certified/D-G5Q13J …


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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