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

By Mike Fried,

Carat: 1.70

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: Choosing a Princess Cut Diamond for a White Gold Setting with Sides Stones for a $10-13k Budget

 Hello, your site is very helpful and easy to understand. I was hoping to get a few recommendations on a princess cut diamond. 1. $10-13k 2. White Gold 3. Tapered, baguette diamond side stones https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/side-stones/-18k-white-gold-tapered-baguette-diamond-engagement-ring-item-1468?a_aid=dmnd1357 Thanks in advance.   Here is what I’d recommend for you: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.70-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-sku-249988?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.71-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-sku-215803?a_aid=dmnd1357 They are both fantastic diamonds, but I like …


Q&A: Looking to Buy a Heart Shape Diamond for a Platinum Side-Stones Setting

Hi! Could I get your advise on whether this heart shaped diamond is worth buying? Whether you think it’s eye clean? I plan to set it in platinum with side stones. Here’s the diamond in question: https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/heart-shaped/1.73-carat-g-color-i1-clarity-sku-217237?a_aid=dmnd1357 Thanks!   I would ask JA’s gemologist to inspect it. I doubt its actually eye-clean, but the inclusion looks to …


Q&A: Choosing an Emerald Cut Diamond for Around $12k Budget

I will be in the market to purchase an engagement ring for my girlfriend within the next 2 months. Right now I really need to know how much I need to set aside to get her what she wants. We have been to a couple brick and mortar retailers so I have a pretty good …




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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