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Q&A: Choosing a 1.8 to 2.5 Ct. Oval Diamond for a White Gold Solitaire Setting with Around $15k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I am looking to get my girlfriend an engagement ring. She wants an oval diamond, somewhere in the 1.8-2.5 carat range (fairly large range, I know). She also wants a solitaire setting, probably 14 ct white gold. Any recommendations? Budget is definitely below $17,000. Was really hoping to keep it around 12,000-15,000 for both the …

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Q&A: Choosing a 1.5-2 Ct. Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Solitaire Setting with a $8k-$10k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi, Thanks for your website! You have been very helpful as I look for an engagement diamond. I am looking exclusively at James Allen and have a few in mind I thought I might run by you. I’m looking for a 1.5-2 carat round cut. My budget is between $8-10k. Setting will be a 18k …

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Q&A: Looking for a Round 1.7-1.9 Ct. Diamond for a Platinum/WG Setting for Around $10k-$12k

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I am in the market for an engagement ring and have been reading on your site (which is very helpful) among others on what to look for, the 4Cs, reviews of diamond sites etc. I nearly pulled the trigger on a nearly 1.94 carat, H color, VVS2, ideal cut diamond on Blue Nile that was …

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Q&A: Help Deciding for the Best Princess Cut Diamond for a Platinum Channel Setting with a $10k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hello, I am looking for an engagement ring for my girlfriend and was hoping to run a couple diamonds by you and see if you had any other recommendations. Here is the criteria I have been working with: Princess Cut Over 1.5 Ct Channel setting Platinum Diamond budget – $10k And here are a few …

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Q&A: Looking for a 1.5-1.65 Ct. Diamond for a French Pave Platinum Ring with a $11k-$14k Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi, I am looking for a round brilliant diamond for an engagement ring. I am planning to set it on a French Pave style Platinum ring. My budget for the diamond is between $11k to $14k and looking for anything above 1.5 ct. but prefer 1.65 ct. or higher. I am not sure if I want …

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Q&A: Choosing a 1.5-2.0 Ct. Cushion Cut Diamond with Around $10k – $12k Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

First off, this site has been an incredible help. I am looking for a diamond for an engagement ring and would like your assistance. I’ve been shopping and reading online for the past couple of weeks. It’s been amazing to me how many different opinions there are around this cut of diamond and how varying …

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Q&A: Choosing a 1.5 Ct. Pear Shape Diamond With a $8,000 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi there, I am in the market for an engagement ring. I am looking to buy in the next month or two and have a budget of around $8k. I am interested in a pear shaped diamond that weighs no less than 1.5 carats. Here is an example of a stone she really likes: Would love to …

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Q&A: Help Choosing a 1.3-1.75 Oval Diamond for a Rose Gold Ring with a $8,000 Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi. I’ve really enjoyed reading your site and have learned a ton over the past couple weeks. I’m starting to look for an oval diamond in the 1.3-1.75 carat range for to go in the halo setting I’ve attached. I know that the rose gold affects how the diamond will appear, and I’d love to …

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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.