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Q&A: Help Choosing a Cushion Cut Diamond for a Halo Setting for Under $8,000 In Total

By Mike Fried,

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Q&A: Help Choosing a Cushion Cut Diamond for a Halo Setting for Under $8,000 In Total

Hi! I’m looking for a cushion cut diamond for this setting from James Allen: www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/halo/14k-white-gold-round-split-band-diamond-halo-engagement-ring-item-49498?a_aid=dmnd1357 I’d like something over 1.0 carat as it’s a pretty substantial setting and spend less than $8,000. Everytime I think I’ve found the one, the expert gemologist dings it based on the crown/pavilion angles or the depth. Can you help? …



Q&A: Help Choosing a Round Diamond for a Solitaire With a $10-12k Budget

Q&A: Help Choosing a Round Diamond for a Solitaire With a $10-12k Budget

Hello! Great informative site. I’m looking for a ring, budget around $10k. Round/classic with a simple single stone silver colored setting. I probably have a lot of questions that don’t have simple answers. Is $10K enough? Or is that a threshold where $12k would go exponentially further? Is that budget correct if I want something …



Q&A: Looking for a Princess Cut Diamond for a White Gold Channel Setting Within a $4k-$6k Budget

Hello, I’m looking for a princess cut diamond for this setting: www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/channel-set/14k-white-gold-thin-channel-set-princess-shaped-diamond-engagement-ring-item-1250?a_aid=dmnd1357 I’m interested in the best value diamond for a 1.0-1.5 carat princess cut with a budget of 4-6k. Thanks so much!! Have a look at these two stones: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.01-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-1133924?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.11-carat-i-color-vvs2-clarity-sku-1839192?a_aid=dmnd1357 They are both very well cut and going to look colorless. The I …





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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