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Q&A: 1.5 Carat Princess Cut Diamond for $5K Budget

By Mike Fried,

Carat: 1.50

Q&A: 1.5 Carat Princess Cut Diamond for $5K Budget

Q&A: 1.5 Carat Princess Cut Diamond for $5K Budget

I have about a $5000 budget, maximum, for a diamond for an already purchased engagement ring. My fiancee has her heart set on a 1.5(can be 1.48ish or better) carat diamond. We’d like at least good cut, J color, and SI2 or better clarity. I thought I knew what I was doing until I started …


Q&A: Princess Cut Diamond for $12K Budget

I am looking to purchase a loose princess cut diamond for my partners engagement ring. I’m looking for an ideal cut, above 1.5 carats, between a d-f and VS2 and above. My budget is probably around the $12K mark. Your website has been great for narrowing down what is quality and what isn’t but I’m …


Q&A: Ira, “You totally changed my mind” about buying a diamond!

I was literally just about to head to the jewelers down the street today but decided to do some last-minute research. After finding your site and reading what you have to say, you totally changed my mind! My budget is $10k including a platinum band, so I think that means about $9k for the rock. …



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I’ve found the website most helpful & was hoping to get your opinion on a few diamonds I am considering purchasing for an engagement right. I have a budget of between 5-7K for the stone, and really want to get the best diamond for my money. Leaning towards buying a round diamond in the J …



Q&A: Should I Buy a Beautiful Loose Diamond in Bahrain, Ira?

Thanks so much for taking the time to help me out. I’m currently in Bahrain with the Navy and am planning on proposing to my girlfriend a few months after I get home (need to have the ring made). She likes a modern-looking ring and is particularly enamored with a platinum half-bezel solitaire setting (I …


Q&A: Looking for 1.5 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond

I was referred to your website by a friend who used your brokerage service this past year. Your advice is great! I have warmed up to the idea of buying a diamond from James Allen or Blue Nile. I am looking for roughly a 1.5 carat (or larger if in the budget) emerald cut diamond. …


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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