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Q&A: Looking for a Round 1.7-1.9 Ct. Diamond for a Platinum/WG Setting for Around $10k-$12k

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I am in the market for an engagement ring and have been reading on your site (which is very helpful) among others on what to look for, the 4Cs, reviews of diamond sites etc. I nearly pulled the trigger on a nearly 1.94 carat, H color, VVS2, ideal cut diamond on Blue Nile that was …

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Q&A: Help Finding an Eye-Clean 1 Ct. Round Diamond for a Solitaire Setting for Around $7,500 Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

I am looking to buy an eye clean (don’t care about 10x) round diamond in a solitare setting with colour that looks clear to eye sight (dont care about 10x) and a cut that sparkles , carat largest by sight that fits the specs. Ie if a 1.5 looks that same size from the top …

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Q&A: Looking for a Perfect 1.2-1.5 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for a White Gold or Platinum Pave Setting

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

My diamond search began with Bluenile (my steady merchant) and brought me to your site. It’s been extremely informative. Awesome site! I’ve been lurking around James Allen (True Heart Cut with AGS cert) and Brian Gavin (his Signature Line) in search of that “perfect for my soon to be wife” princess cut diamond in either …

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Q&A: Finding an Eye-Clean 1.5 to 2 Ct. Fancy Yellow Diamond for a White Gold Pave Setting

Last Updated On: January 23, 2019

I’m looking for a yellow diamond with a halo setting. I would like it to be eye clean but otherwise I don’t care about the rating. I don’t mind if it is light yellow but I don’t want any other color (brown, green, etc.). I would like around a 1.5 carat diamond to 2 carats, …

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Q&A: Choosing a 1.5-2.0 Ct. Cushion Cut Diamond with Around $10k – $12k Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

First off, this site has been an incredible help. I am looking for a diamond for an engagement ring and would like your assistance. I’ve been shopping and reading online for the past couple of weeks. It’s been amazing to me how many different opinions there are around this cut of diamond and how varying …

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Q&A: Help Picking a 1.25 Ct. Round Diamond for a White Gold or Platinum Solitaire Setting

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi, I was recommended to you by my friend who recently got engaged with your help. I am looking to propose approximately 3 weeks from now, so am working on an expedited time scale. I have done some research and have a rough sense of what I want to purchase: round cut, around $10k, approximately 1.25 …

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Q&A: Searching for a 1.4-1.7 Ct. Oval Diamond for Around $7,000-$8,500 Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi, my boyfriend and I are trying to find the perfect diamond (yes — I am helping in the quest for the center stone and he is deciding the rest). Completely clueless, we looked in a few stores for styles I like, my ring size, etc. But we came away still lost as far as …

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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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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.