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Q&A: Adventures in the Diamond District

By Mike Fried,

Carat: 2.50

Q&A: Adventures in the Diamond District

What are your thoughts on this diamond? Should I consider a different diamond with a better cut? Does faint fluorescence concern you? Thanks much in advance for you opinion. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/radiant-cut/2.02-carat-e-color-vs1-clarity-sku-132631?a_aid=dmnd1357 James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology is the same as inspecting a diamond with a jeweler’s loupe. …


Q&A: Is a Princess Cut Prone to Chipping?

Just exactly how prone to chipping is a princess cut diamond? Is the chipping problem pretty much also an issue with marquis and pears? My girlfriend likes the princess cut, pear or marquis vs. a round brilliant, but I’m wary of buying her something that could lead to her eventual heartache if it were to …


Q&A: Looking for Eye-Clean Round Cut for WG/Pt. Solitaire Setting

A couple days ago I wrote and asked whether the time of year impacts the inventories of diamond wholesalers. I am not sure if it does, but I’ve found these four diamonds that interest me. I am leaning towards the last one. What do you think? Once again, this website is a great resource. 2.27 …


Q&A: Looking for 2Ct.+ Round Cut

First off, thank you so much for taking the time to educate the public on diamonds. I like many younger males am purchasing the love of my life (and soon to be mother of my child) a display of my affection. She is not all picky, but wants something “pretty” and preferably larger then her …


Q&A: Looking for 2 Ct. “Crushed Style” Cushion Cut

Great Site! Very informative. Thanks! My girlfriend is petite but she wants a 2+ Carat. I am thinking 1.5-1.75c but it will technically be close to 2c with the pave band. She wants Crushed style- (I.E really sparkly) cushion cut, cupcake single prong setting, with a Platinum French pave band with Diamonds that go all …


Q&A: Looking for 2Ct.+ Princess or Round Cut in Australia

Q&A: Looking for 2Ct.+ Princess or Round Cut in Australia

I’m just looking to purchase a Princess Cut diamond and details below: Diamond Details Price: AU$ 30,891 Carat weight: 2.05 Cut: Good Colour: D Clarity: VVS1 Depth %: 72.5% Table %: 79% Polish: Excellent Symmetry: Very Good Girdle: Slightly Thick to Thick Culet: None Fluorescence: Medium Blue Measurements: 7.07 x 6.84 x 4.96 mm Length/width …


Q&A: Looking for “Sparkly” 2Ct.+ Round Cut for $22K Budget

I would like some suggestions on whats out there Looking for a GIA loose round ideal cut diamond. Budget is $22000 and she wants size most importantly (2+ carat) that looks “sparkly”. For color H-J I guess would be the best as I read this in one of your articles. What clarity should I look …



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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