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Q&A: Help Choosing a 1.3-1.75 Oval Diamond for a Rose Gold Ring with a $8,000 Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi. I’ve really enjoyed reading your site and have learned a ton over the past couple weeks. I’m starting to look for an oval diamond in the 1.3-1.75 carat range for to go in the halo setting I’ve attached. I know that the rose gold affects how the diamond will appear, and I’d love to …

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Q&A: Shopping for a 1 Ct. Cushion Cut Yellow Diamond in a Band with White Diamonds For Around $8k

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi, I wonder if you can help me with my request. I am looking to have an engagement ring made. I would like a Novo-styled or pave ring, with a yellow centre stone of around 1 ct. The colour is more important than the final diamond size or carat weight. I would like the yellow diamond …

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Q&A: Looking for a 1.4 – 1.8 Ct. Emerald or Oval Diamond Within the $6,000-$9,000 Range

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hello, I’m in the market for a diamond that will be going onto a platinum setting. I’m looking for either an emerald or oval cut diamond in the range of 1.4 – 1.8 ct. I’ve seen several SI1’s and SI2’s on James Allen that appear eye clean, but the cut grade isn’t quite optimal and is …

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Q&A: Choosing a 1.25-1.50 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for a White Gold Solitaire Setting in the $6k-$7k Range

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi, I’ve been reading your site quite a bit in the past few weeks. I think I have things figured out, but wanted some assistance. I’m looking for a Princess Cut diamond, 1.25-1.50 carats in the $6,000-$7,000 range (give or take a few hundred). My guidance is princess cut, low setting with wide band, and a …

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Q&A: Asking for a Second Opinion on a 1.29 Ct. Round Diamond for $12k from a Local Store

Last Updated On: January 8, 2019

Just wanted to say how informative I have found your blog thanks. I live in Australia and I have started looking around at diamonds and engagement rings. I have recently found a canadian fire diamond at a local jeweller it is GIA certified. it’s specs are: 1.29 Carats Clarity is SI2 The colour is either …

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Q&A: Help Finding a 1 – 1.5 Ct. Marquise Cut Diamond for a $5k – $6k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hoping you can help me find a great Marquise Diamond for an engagement ring. It needs to be at least 1 ct, and more of a rounded Marquise shape (she finds some too pointy and aggressive in shape), and set in a platinum band. The main priority is getting a great looking, and large stone …

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Q&A: Choosing an Eye-Clean 1.3 to 1.49 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for Around $7,000 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I have learned so much from your site. Thank you! I am looking to upgrade my wife’s rings, as we did not have much money when we first started out many years ago. I have picked out the setting shown in this link: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/wedding-sets/18k-white-gold-channel-set-diamond-wedding-set-item-2466?a_aid=dmnd1357 Since we are coming up on our 15 year anniversary, I …

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Q&A: Help Finding a New Princess Cut Diamond with Around $8k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi there, just recently found your site and am loving the information I am getting. My wife recently lost her diamond (the setting broke) just before our 10 year anniversary. So what a great time to buy a new diamond. With the insurance we have $8000 to play with for the stone. We will have …

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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.