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Q&A: Looking for a 1.5 – 1.8 Ct. Cushion Cut Diamond for 11k – 14k Total Budget

By Mike Fried,

Carat: 1.80

Q&A: Looking for a 1.5 – 1.8 Ct. Cushion Cut Diamond for 11k – 14k Total Budget

 Hello, I was wondering if you could recommend a cushion cut diamond from James Allen for an engagement ring. The ring that I plan to purchase is: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/halo/platinum-pave-halo-diamond-engagement-ring-cushion-center-item-17446?a_aid=dmnd1357 Here is what I’d like for the diamond: clarity D-G SI1 (or SI2 with no visible inclusions) 1.5 – 1.8 carats Table < 70 Depth < 70 My …


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 …



Q&A: Choosing a 1.75-2.0 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for a $11-12k Budget

Hi there, after sifting through a dozen or so stones, I’ve realized that my baseline knowledge of diamonds isn’t strong enough for me to comfortably make a solid decision on just one. With that being said, I’m hoping that I could enlist your help? Here are the specs that I’m looking at: Princess cut – …




Q&A: Choosing the Best Emerald Cut Diamond for $10,000 Budget

Hi, I emailed a few days ago asking for some general assistance in selecting an Emerald cut diamond. I have done some more research and viewed some option at BM stores here in NY along with an exclusive family dealer. Equiped with the knowledge and little experience I garnered, I hit the James Allen website and …


Q&A: Princess Cut for $20K Budget

I was looking to get a nice princess cut solitaire engagement ring in the next month or so. I have about $20,000 to spend on the diamond and I found one at a local diamond wholesale jeweler in Dallas. They are asking $15,500 for the diamond, which seems like a good price. My only concerns …


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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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