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Q&A: “I just wanted to say thank you.”

By Mike Fried,

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Q&A: “I just wanted to say thank you.”

I just wanted to say thank you. I also want to make a small charitable donation to the charity of your choice (or if you prefer I can just give you the money directly via paypal) for all your ridiculously amazing free info you provided me. I sent you an email earlier today (where I …



Q&A: Looking for Princess Cut Diamond for $5K Budget

I found your site months ago and was glad to find it. I’ve been looking at diamonds on and off for the past several months. However, it seems like the more I look & learn, the worse I feel about making a decision! Trying to be rational/logical about it doesn’t seem to help! Obviously, I …


Q&A: “That was the perfect diamond in my price range!”

I am trying to find a 1 carat princess cut diamond. I am concerned about getting the best value for my money and as long as it is eye clear do not care if there are microscopic flaws. I have seen that you have give many people great advice and suggestions on your website. When …


Q&A: Need Help in this “Mind-Boggling” Search for a Diamond!

I’m currently looking for an engagement ring. I have religiously gone through your Diamond Education section as well as some of the previous posts on the website. Seeing the advice that you have given to many, I went to JamesAllen website and searched for the perfect. Oh my, it was so mind boggling! I would …


Q&A: Looking for Center Stone for 3-Diamond Engagement Ring on $7K Budget

The information on your site has been extremely helpful to me. I have chosen a setting off of james allen, and I would appreciate some recommendations for a center stone diamond for a three stone engagement ring. My budget is $7,000, I would like an eye clean, round brilliant, minimum 1.0 carat stone. As much …




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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