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Q&A: Looking for a Pear Shaped Diamond for a Platinum Engagement Ring

By Mike Fried,

Carat: 0.90

Q&A: Looking for a Pear Shaped Diamond for a Platinum Engagement Ring

Hi, I came across your website whilst looking for a pear shaped diamond. This is for an engagement ring. Maybe as suggested on your post you can give me some advise. What I am looking for: .7-1 carat Colourless D would be most ideal Clarity vs2-vss1 And very good cut Also a ratio of around 1.75 …




Q&A: Asking for Second Opinion on a Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Setting

Hi, just found your site and learned about james allen! Can you please give me your opinion on this diamond: https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.76-carat-k-color-si1-clarity-sku-227833?a_aid=dmnd1357 would it qualify as “eye clean”? does it seem properly priced?    That diamond is eye-clean and properly priced. The only issue is the color. Are you mounting it in yellow gold? https://www.diamonds.pro/education/color/ Thanks. …



Q&A: Searching for an Emerald Cut 0.8 to 1 Ct. Diamond for Platinum Channel Set Ring Within $4k Budget

Could you please make a recommendation for an Emerald Cut diamond between 0.8 carats and 1.1 carats under $4k in a platinum ring using the following style James Allen – 17152P (link below) https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/channel-set/platinum-0.42ct-channel-set-diamond-engagement-ring-item-1532?a_aid=dmnd1357 Thanks!     Here are the ones I’d recommend: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/0.90-carat-h-color-vvs2-clarity-sku-222170?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/1.01-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-207035?a_aid=dmnd1357 I really like that first one and see no reason to …


Q&A: Looking for a Princess Cut Diamond over 0.7 Ct. and under $3200

Hello, I was just wondering which diamond you thought was the best out of these options. http://www.uniondiamond.com/Princess-Shape-IDEAL-Cut-EGL-Certified-103-Carat-F-Color-VS2-Clarity_AE0707570 http://www.uniondiamond.com/AE0699125&ptc%3DDSE http://www.b2cjewels.com/dd-3547413-0.90-carat-Princess-diamond-F-color-VS1-Clarity.aspx?sku=3547413&utm_source=diamondse.info&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=diamondse.info www.b2cjewels.com/dd-3547413-0.90-carat-Princess-diamond-F-color-V http://www.uniondiamond.com/Princess-Shape-IDEAL-Cut-EGL-Certified-100-Carat-F-Color-VS2-Clarity_AE0707654 Thanks!   This is the typical garbage that union pushes. Never buy a diamond with illegitimate certification. https://www.diamonds.pro/education/egl/  Thanks so much! I’m trying to stay under $3200 budget but get as close to a carat …


Q&A: Choosing a Princess Cut Diamond in the $4000 – $4500 Range

Hello, I was referred to your site by my brother, who used your assistance for his engagement diamond purchase about three years ago. I’m planning to purchase a stone in the next month. I’m looking to purchase a princess cut diamond in the $4000 – $4500 range. My fiance was thrilled with a 0.93 CT stone …


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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