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Q&A: Looking for an Oval-Shaped Diamond for a Blue Nile Heiress Halo Within a $15k-$17k Budget

By Mike Fried,

Carat: 2.20



Q&A: Looking at a Vintage Ring from a Jeweler. Am I Being Offered a Fair Deal?

Q&A: Looking at a Vintage Ring from a Jeweler. Am I Being Offered a Fair Deal?

Love your site! Curious what you think of this ring: www.petersuchyjewelers.com/products.php?product=Vintage-Ideal-2.07ct-Old-European-Diamond-Platinum-Art-Deco-Single-Cut-Ring At $13,850 – ripoff or no? Anything to be wary of? Thanks. Thanks for the link. The ring has a unique design. Since the center stone is an old European cut, we can’t really comment on it. We found them to be not well …


Q&A: How to Find a 2 Ct. Round, Pear or Oval-Shaped Diamond With a $10-11k Budget

Hello, my budget is $10-11k, looking for round or oval. I’m tall with long fingers so I’d like something that looks as large as possible. Thank you! I’d be happy to make some recommendations for you, but I need a little more info. What style setting (solitaire, pave/side stones/halo) and metal (yellow/white gold, platinum) do …


Q&A: Looking for a 2+ Ct. Emerald Cut Diamond With a $20k Budget

Radiant cut, F color, VS1, Ex/Ex, Strong Blue, 2.51ct. Looks great on JamesAllen.com, can’t see any haze or milkiness. Price is great. I have it on hold and am wondering what to do, I live in NY and jewelers in the diamond district all say strong blue is a definite no. They’re looking at it …


Q&A: Help Choosing a 2+ Ct. Square Cushion Cut Diamond for a White Gold Halo

Hi, I’m looking to purchase engagement ring/diamond in the very near future. I would like something over 2 carat that would be set in white gold, most likely with a halo. Was thinking cushion cut, but would consider round with a cushion halo. My girlfriend is all about size, while I really appreciate quality. I’m …




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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