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Q&A: The Tricky Business of Buying the Best Oval Cut Diamond

By Mike Fried,

Carat: 1.20

Q&A: The Tricky Business of Buying the Best Oval Cut Diamond

Ira, Thanks so much for your informative site. I have read your Blue Nile page, but the nicest ring/diamond combo I have found is on Blue Nile, so I would really appreciate any further advice you have. The diamond is on hold for me, so you can’t access it, but I downloaded the page so …


Q&A: Ira, “You totally changed my mind” about buying a diamond!

I was literally just about to head to the jewelers down the street today but decided to do some last-minute research. After finding your site and reading what you have to say, you totally changed my mind! My budget is $10k including a platinum band, so I think that means about $9k for the rock. …


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Let me start by saying the website is phenomenal. The whole diamond buying experience can be so overwhelming and the information you provide helps reduce much of the anxiety. I’m looking to propose soon to my live in girl friend of 10 years and have decided on pricess cut stones in this setting: https://www.jamesallen.com/design-your-three-stone-ring/three-stone-princess-cut-engagement-rings.html. I …


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I’ve been reading your site and it’s been great. I’m looking for an emerald cut diamond engagement ring. I’d like to get the best looking diamond for the price. I can spend $8000k for the entire ring. I’ve been looking on the JA site and found the following setting: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/channelset-rings/ring/item_58-3784.asp I’m having issues finding the …





Q&A: “Officially scared” about buying a diamond — help!

Well you officially scared me from buying a diamond, so many things to know and still you may not be getting what you think or even over paying. Im skeptical about this whole process but seeing that like most people in my situation; i have no knowledge of diamonds, really what do i have to …


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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