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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

By Mike Fried,

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Q&A: Looking for a Round Diamond Around 2 Ct. for a $15k Budget

Hi – you guys had helped on in buying my first diamond a few years ago ( 2011 when it was still truthaboutdiamonds ) and now its time for an upgrade ! He was able to look at James Allen and find me a “True Hearts” Round 1.01 carat I color VS2 clarity diamond for around …




Q&A: Choosing a 2 Ct. Cushion Cut Diamond Within a $14,500 Budget

Hi, I’m wondering if you can give me an opinion regarding the following diamond for $14,500: Is the price fair? Ho concerned should I be about the girdle for cushion cuts? Thank you!! GIA Cushion Modified Brilliant Measurements: 7.31 x 6.65 x 4.29 mm Carat Weight: 1.81 carat Color Grade: E Clarity Grade: SI1 Proportions …


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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