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Q&A: Choosing an Eye-Clean 1.3 Ct. Cushion Cut Diamond

By Mike Fried,

Carat: 1.20

Q&A: Choosing an Eye-Clean 1.3 Ct. Cushion Cut Diamond

Hello, Can you tell me your opinion on both of these diamonds? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.30-carat-g-color-vvs1-clarity-sku-174937?a_aid=dmnd1357 or https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.25-carat-e-color-vvs1-clarity-sku-234561?a_aid=dmnd1357 If you have a better option in mind please let me know that too!! Thanks!    They are both very nice diamonds, but there is no way you should be paying such a premium for a VVS. https://www.diamonds.pro/truth-about/diamond-clarity/ This diamond …






Q&A: Looking for a Round Eye-Clean Diamond with Lots of Sparkle for $8500 or Less

Hello, and first of all, a big “Thanks” for your wonderfully insightful website. I’m looking for a round diamond and would really like your help. These are the possible settings in white gold: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/wedding-sets/18k-white-gold-common-prong-six-round-diamond-engagement-ring-0.47ct-common-prong-wedding-ring-item-5311?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/wedding-sets/18k-white-gold-0.28ctw-pave-set-engagement-ring-y122-by-danhov-wedding-band-item-5691?a_aid=dmnd1357 Shape: Round Budget: $8500 or less Color: H Carat: 1.25 (or as close as I can get!) Clarity: SI1 Cut: …




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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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