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Q&A: Buying a 1 Ct. Diamond in Australia

By Mike Fried,

Carat: 1.00

Q&A: Buying a 1 Ct. Diamond in Australia

Hi, I’m after a 1 carat diamond to be set in a ring at a later date. At this stage I am round cut and I’d like to spend no more than $5,000 Australian dollars. Obviously I’d like to achieve the best colour, clarity, cut etc as possible within that budget. Are you able to …


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G’day, I live in Australia and would like a little assistance in selecting a diamond for an engagement ring I propose to buy from JA. The setting I am considering will be quite simple and in platinum. It will most likely be a plain knife edge band. Or at most a thin pave setting band, …


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 Thanks so much for your website-it is outstanding. My boyfriend and I have been looking at rings and diamonds and need guidance. The setting we are looking to purchase is Coast Diamond LC 5257 in 14k white gold which is a cushion halo setting that holds a round center stone. The diamonds on the setting …


Q&A: Choosing the Right 1 Ct. Round Diamond within the $6-8k Range

Hello sir! I’ve been following your site for quite some time and have gained a lot of useful knowledge in my process of buying a diamond. I’d like to now get your personal recommendation on a diamond if you have the time! I’m looking for a 1ct round diamond preferably in a G or better …


Q&A: Looking for a 1 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for $5k Budget

Love your website! Thanks for all of your efforts. I’m looking for the most bang for my buck. I have a budget of around $5k for a 1 carat princess cut diamond. I found these: https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/?CaratFrom=1.00&CaratTo=1.05&Color=G,H&Clarity=VS1,VS2&Cut=Ideal,Excellent&PriceFrom=400&PriceTo=999000&TabSelected=3&DiamondID=223328,204415,207195?a_aid=dmnd1357 Any input would be greatly appreciated.   James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their …


Q&A: Choosing the Right 1 Ct. Asscher Cut Diamond

Hi, you have great articles on the site. Thanks for all your advice to newbies like myself! I am looking to buy this diamond from JA. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/asscher-cut/1.01-carat-d-color-vs1-clarity-sku-215870?a_aid=dmnd1357 My questions are: It has medium blue fluorescence. Does it matter? Would a 6 prong or 4 prong standard solitaire ring fits it better? Thanks again for your …


Q&A: Looking for 1 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for $4500 Budget

Q&A: Looking for 1 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for $4500 Budget

Hi, i was wondering if you would be kind enough to help me find a good 1ct princess cut diamond for under $4500. The setting we are looking for is a 3stone setting, so i dont know if that will make a difference in the clarity and color of the center stone Thanks James Allen …


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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