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Q&A: Looking for 1-1.5Ct. Round Brilliant Diamond for Solitaire Setting

By Mike Fried,

Carat: 1.10


Q&A: Looking for 1 Ct. Emerald Cut Diamond in England

Thank you for providing such an informative website. I am in the process of looking for an engagement ring and the information provided is invaluable. Having considered several bricks and mortar stores I am inclined to order online due to the price savings. I am in England therefore James Allen is difficult for me in …



Q&A: Looking for 1+Ct. Asscher Cut Diamond for Sidestone Setting

Q&A: Looking for 1+Ct. Asscher Cut Diamond for Sidestone Setting

I really appreciate the site. The engagement ring process is pretty daunting and your articles really helped. The situation: My girlfriend and I have been going out long enough (almost 6 years) that we talk openly about getting engaged, which is great because I have gotten more than “hints” when it comes to what kind …


Q&A: Looking for Round or Cushion Cut ~1.5 Ct. Diamond

I had emailed you yesterday but realized I provided the wrong email address. Above is my correct email address. I plan to propose to my girl friend towards the end of August and am looking for a round diamond in the 10K range. The setting will be Pave to go with this diamond. In my conversations with …



Q&A: Looking to Upgrade 0.7 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond to 1 Ct. Stone

I have been reading your website and posts for a few months. I have an engagement ring from Blue Nile. I know that you aren’t a huge fan. However, they have a diamond upgrade program I have recently participated in. I was given a credit of the original purchase price of the .70 carat H …


Q&A: “I am over the moon with my purchase.”

My partner and I are interested in the following ring from James Allen – www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/G-SI1-Excellent-Cut-Round-Diamond-1503959.asp As you can see it says SI1 but on the certificate it doesn’t really show any flaws except two small indented naturals seen from underneath. Why is it classed as SI1 for such small flaws or are they very visible? …


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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