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Q&A: Asking for a Second Opinion on a 1.16 Ct. Round Diamond for ~$7k

By Mike Fried,

Carat: 1.20

Q&A: Asking for a Second Opinion on a 1.16 Ct. Round Diamond for ~$7k

 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.16-carat-h-color-if-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2272825?a_aid=dmnd1357 Thoughts on this diamond? Seems it is odd it is an “IF” at this price.  Can you tell me how much it was? I noticed that the stone is not available at the moment. Did you put it on hold?  Thanks for the response! Yes we asked them to put it on hold for …




Q&A: Choosing a 1.10 to 1.25 Cushion Cut Diamond for a Yellow Gold Pave Setting With a $6k Budget

I would love your help and advice finding a great diamond. I read all your reviews and I really like James Allen. I know the setting that I would like (18K Yellow Gold Cushion Outline Pave Engagement Ring SKU:17086Y; www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/halo/18k-yellow-gold-cushion-outline-pave-engagement-ring-item-49873?a_aid=dmnd1357), and I am fairly certain that I would like a round cut instead of cushion cut. My …






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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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