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Q&A: Looking for an Oval-Shaped Diamond Within a $25k-$35k Budget

By Mike Fried,

Carat: 2.50

Q&A: Looking for an Oval-Shaped Diamond Within a $25k-$35k Budget

Hello, I am interested in buying an engagement ring and am hoping for some buying advice. This will be a big investment for me, so I want to make sure I am picking the ideal diamond and am not getting ripped off. My budget is between $25K and $35K. My girlfriend has given me some …



Q&A: Experience Shopping for a Tennis Bracelet for Around ~$2,500k Budget

Great articles! What about diamond tennis bracelets? Should I take the size of each diamond and multiple by the number of diamonds in the bracelet to estimate price? I found a 2.5 carat bracelet here in Houston that looks comparable to ones on James Allen and Blue Nile for $2500 so I’m thinking of getting …





Q&A: Help Finding a 2.50 Ct. Round Diamond Within a $50,000 Budget

Want to make sure that the diamond I choose is actually legit and reasonable. Blue Nile LD09315932 The cut of this stone is great but there is one issue, its medium fluorescence. It can cause a hazy look on high colors. That’s why I don’t recommend purchasing this one. https://www.diamonds.pro/education/fluorescence/ If you’re willing to go …


Q&A: Choosing a 2.30 Ct. Emerald Cut Diamond for a Yellow Gold Vintage Setting With Up to $18,000 Budget

Would you please advise me. I am looking for a 2ct emerald cut solitaire to be set in yellow gold. On James Allen, the candidates appear to be: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/2.01-carat-h-color-vvs2-clarity-sku-4785431?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/2.02-carat-g-color-vs1-clarity-sku-4689053?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/2.02-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-384526?a_aid=dmnd1357 And I was thinking of 14K YELLOW GOLD VINTAGE INFINITY ENGAGEMENT RING as the setting. I would like to be advised on settting as …


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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