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Q&A: Choosing a 1 – 1.2 Ct. Asscher Cut Diamond for a Platinum Pave Setting With Around $4,500 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hey diamond pro! I am in need of your help. I am currently looking on James Allen for an engagement ring. I have looked at your site, and it has been a tremendous help. I’m looking for a diamond between 1 and 1.2 carats in an Asscher cut. I have read your suggestions for this …

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Q&A: Choosing a 1 Ct. Oval Diamond for a White Gold Pave Ring with Around $5k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Thank you in advance for your help – your site has already proven to be very educational. My goal is to find/create a ring that is a close match to the one in the attached file. Once I decide on the diamond, I assume the vendor will be able to copy the setting. Budget = …

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Q&A: Shopping for a 1 Ct. Cushion Cut Yellow Diamond in a Band with White Diamonds For Around $8k

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi, I wonder if you can help me with my request. I am looking to have an engagement ring made. I would like a Novo-styled or pave ring, with a yellow centre stone of around 1 ct. The colour is more important than the final diamond size or carat weight. I would like the yellow diamond …

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Q&A: Looking for an Oval Diamond for Around $5,500 Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi Diamond Pros, I am about to pop the big question! I’ve been researching diamonds for a few months and I’ve decided that buying online is the way to go. My girlfriend likes Oval shaped diamonds, and hence why I am contacting you. A couple of friends referred me to BN, and last week I came …

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Q&A: Choosing a Cushion or Radiant Cut Diamond for Up To $5,000 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

My boyfriend and I are looking for a pear shaped diamond for my engagement ring. We have a tight budget. $3,000. I keep hearing people say to shop at james allen. But we’re skeptical. … Actually, we are no longer looking for pears. I fell in love with the cushion cut. Ok, Is your budget the …

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Q&A: Help Finding the Largest Possible Round Diamond for a White Gold Solitaire Setting with a $4,500 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi guys, I really appreciate all that you guys do on this website. I’d like to see what is the best and biggest round diamond I can get, but I have a budget of about $4,500 for it. It would be great if you could help me out. Thanks in advance! I’d be happy to help. What …

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Q&A: Looking for a 1 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for a White Gold Pave Setting with a $4,500 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hello, first let me say thank you for all the information on your site. It has been incredibly helpful in assisting me with my ring purchase. I have a couple questions that hopefully you can answer. I’ve gotten the impression from your site that you think pretty highly of James Allen and the engagement rings …

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Q&A: Help Finding a 1 Ct. Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Pave Setting With a $7,000 – $7,500 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi, I came across your site in a forum as I was doing a bit of research into diamonds and thought I might drop you a line and get a bit of expert help. I was looking to buy an engagement ring (my girlfriend has a preference for a yellow gold ring) – the one that …

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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.