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Q&A: Choosing a 1.5 Ct. Round Diamond for a Platinum Solitaire Ring

By Mike Fried,

Carat: 1.70

Q&A: Choosing a 1.5 Ct. Round Diamond for a Platinum Solitaire Ring

Q&A: Choosing a 1.5 Ct. Round Diamond for a Platinum Solitaire Ring

Thanks for helping me out. I am going back and forth determining what diamond is the best. I plan to set in a simple solitaire setting, white gold or platinum, likely: www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/solitaire/platinum-six-prong-knife-edged-solitaire-engagement-ring-item-2426?a_aid=dmnd1357 I think keeping it under 15k is reasonable, but don’t mind going above if its “worth it”. I’ve read on your site that …


Q&A: Help Choosing a Round Diamond Center With a $10k Budget

Hi, I am about to propose to my girlfriend next weekend and am looking for a ‘good value’ diamond. I’m not sure what setting she likes, I’ll leave that up to her to decide. However, I believe she’d like the size to be at least 1.7ct, and my budget would be ~$10k for the diamond. …


Q&A: Help Finding a 1.7 Ct. Round Diamond for a Platinum Solitaire

Can I have one of the Blue Nile codes you mention in your review write-up? Thank you. Here is the code for $100 off of a purchase over 1k: [contact us for your own unique coupon code]. According to BN, this is the best coupon they are offering right now. I hope it helps. Let …






Q&A: Help Choosing a 2.0 Ct. K Color Round Diamond from Brian Gavin

Q&A: Help Choosing a 2.0 Ct. K Color Round Diamond from Brian Gavin

Dear Diamond Pros, My gf has fallen for this beautiful rose gold Brian Gavin setting [1] so I want to purchase the complete engagement ring. I am seeking a diamond between 2.2+5 and 2.60 carats but the pricing for these seems very high (25K – 50K). Can you recommend how I can lower the cost …


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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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