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Q&A: Finding a New Diamond for a Gold Solitaire Setting Engagement Ring Under $5,000

By Mike Fried,

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Q&A: Looking for a 1 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring

 Hi, I am hoping you can help me pick out engagement ring for my girlfriend. She is a smaller girl so I know she wants a simple ring. I think I am going of go with this solitaire setting in either 14k or 18kwhite gold: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/solitaire/14k-white-gold-2mm-knife-edge-solitaire-engagement-ring-item-7115?a_aid=dmnd1357 I would love to know your thoughts on whether to …


Q&A: Choosing a 1 Ct. Round Diamond for around $5,000 Budget

Hi, I am a 23 year old recent college grad who needs a lot of help. I have no clue where to start and have been browsing the web for hours aimlessly.Thankfully I found you! I appreciate the article about the truth about Bluenile as well as I almost pulled the impromptu trigger. My budget is …





Q&A: Searching for an Emerald Cut 0.8 to 1 Ct. Diamond for Platinum Channel Set Ring Within $4k Budget

Could you please make a recommendation for an Emerald Cut diamond between 0.8 carats and 1.1 carats under $4k in a platinum ring using the following style James Allen – 17152P (link below) https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/channel-set/platinum-0.42ct-channel-set-diamond-engagement-ring-item-1532?a_aid=dmnd1357 Thanks!     Here are the ones I’d recommend: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/0.90-carat-h-color-vvs2-clarity-sku-222170?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/1.01-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-207035?a_aid=dmnd1357 I really like that first one and see no reason to …



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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