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Q&A: Looking for 1.25-1.5 Ct. Round Brilliant Diamond

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

I’m new to shopping for diamonds and I REALLY appreciate the fact that you’ve taken the time to help make sense of all this. What I’m looking for is the best round diamond I can find to go with a 14k white gold setting. My budget is no more than $7k for the diamond, not …

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Q&A: Questions about Color & Clarity for Princess Cut on Platinum Setting

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Is buying higher than a G color and VS1 clarity a complete waste of money for a princess cut on platinum? are there differences between a d and g color that can be detected by the naked eye? are there differences between an IF and vs1 clarity that can be detected by the naked eye? …

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Q&A: Seeking 1.25-1.5 Ct. Princess Cut

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I would like your opinion on this diamond and if you think I can find a better option for the money? I can put up to 1.5 ct in the setting I like. It is $8120 Shape: Princess Carat Weight: 1.25 Cut: Excellent Color: G Clarity: VS2 Certificate: GIA Depth: 73.3% Table: 69.0% Polish: Excellent …

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Q&A: Need Help Finding ~2Ct. Radiant Cut for Halo Pave Setting

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Was recommended to your site from a friend whom you helped purchase a diamond. I was hoping you could lend some advice on a particular diamond on James Allen, and perhaps your overall insight. I am looking to buy a radiant cut (what the GF wants) in a halo setting with pauve diamonds on the …

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Q&A: Best Diamond Under $8K

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I am currently looking for a diamond for a platinum setting. Like the recommendations you gave, I want the color to be somewhere between H and J. I would like for either an excellent cut or ideal cut. And ideally the stone would be no more than 8,000. I am looking for something eye clean …

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Q&A: Looking for Round Brilliant Stone for $8K Budget and White Gold Pave Setting

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I’m looking for a Brilliant round cut in the $8,000 price range. Can you help me out? James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology is the same as inspecting a diamond with a jeweler’s loupe. They have the largest exclusive loose diamond inventory online and fantastic prices. They …

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Q&A: Looking for Round Cut 1Ct.+ for Solitaire WG Setting

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Thanks for all the information on your website, it has been very helpful! I am contacting you in hopes to get your assistance in picking out a loose diamond. I would like to stick to a GIA diamond as you believe they are most consistent with their evaluation of the diamond. Here are the specs …

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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.