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Q&A: Choosing the Most Brilliant 1.5 – 2 Ct. Cushion or Princess Cut Diamond for Around $12k Budget

By Mike Fried,

Carat: 1.50


Q&A: Seeking an Eye-Clean 1.3-1.5 Ct. Round Diamond for a Solitaire White Gold Band with $9-10k Budget

Hi, I’m looking for a round cut diamond for a solitaire engagement ring. My budget is up to $10,000 for the stone. We plan to have a jeweler set the stone in a cross prong solitaire white gold band (approximately: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/solitaire/18k-white-gold-3.3mm-cross-prong-solitaire-engagement-ring-item-9012?a_aid=dmnd1357). Here are my dream specs for the stone: Cut: round Color: H or I …



Q&A: Looking for a 1.5 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond Under $9k

Hi. I have been looking for a diamond for about a year in preparation and the time is finally upon me. I have two questions concerning princess cuts. I want a stone in the 1.5 range but I want to stay under $9000 for the stone and I still want an great cut. Is going …


Q&A: Looking for a Round Diamond for a White Gold Solitaire Ring With Around $11k Budget

Hello, I am thoroughly confused with what kind of diamond I should be getting. This is my first time buying a diamond and I really do not feel I have the confidence of buying a suitable one. Budget 11k white gold Round solitaire Thank you.  I love this diamond for you: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.50-carat-i-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-260048?a_aid=dmnd1357 Its bright, eye-clean and …



Q&A: Choosing the Largest Possible Eye-Clean Round Brilliant under $11k

Hi, I’d love your input on the best solitaire round brilliant ring under $11,000. I’d like it to be as big as possible without sacrificing any of the other components as seen by the naked eye. What clarity/color/ and cut would you recommend? Thank you!  I’d be happy to make some recommendations and guide you through …


Q&A: Seeking a Second Opinion on a 1.55 Ct. E VVS2 Round Diamond for $26.4k

I am looking to purchase a diamond and really could use someone’s opinion. Shape: Round Brilliant Measurements: 7.46 – 7.48 x 4.62mm Carat Weight: 1.55 carat Color Grade: E Clarity Grade: VVS2 (3 pin holes – no other comments, report is pretty clean) Cut Grade: Excellent Polish: Excellent Symmetry: Excellent Fluorescence: None Culet: None Table: …


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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