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Diamond Q&A

By Mike Fried,

Diamond Q&A

In this section of the site, I publish some interesting private exchanges I have had with readers of the site who have contacted me via the “Ask a Question” form. I believe you will find that the questions and answers are both interesting and educational. Of course, names have been removed to preserve privacy.

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Q&A: Looking for a 1 Ct. Round Diamond for a Platinum Solitaire Setting With a $5k Total Budget

Hi, can you make a diamond recommendation for a one carat round solitaire platinum ring with a budget of $5K? We were thinking excellent cut, VS2-SI1 clarity & G-J color. We’d also like to go with James Allen. Thank you! Have a look at this diamond: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.12-carat-j-color-vs1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2169961?a_aid=dmnd1357 It’s very well cut, eye-clean and it’s going …



Q&A: Choosing a Round Center Diamond for a White Gold Solitaire With a $2k Budget

Hi, I’m looking for an engagement ring. I’ve done a little bit of research, and I would like to buy a diamond with these characteristics: Round 0.70 ct. diamond Color: I Clarity: VVS1 Cut: Very Good My budget for the diamond is set under the $2,000. For now, I think my best option would be …




Q&A: Looking for a 1 Ct. Round Diamond With Up to $6,000 Budget Being Very Color Sensitive

Hi, Could you tell me whether you think either of these diamonds would be eye clean, and if they are good stones in general? Which would you choose? (1) www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.00-carat-d-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2472064?a_aid=dmnd1357 (2) www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.01-carat-d-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2033229?a_aid=dmnd1357 Thanks. I’m afraid that the inclusions on both stones are eye-visible. That’s why I don’t recommend purchasing any of them. At the same …



Q&A: Looking for a Pair of Diamond Stud Earrings Within a $3,500-$5,000 Budget

Hi, I’m looking for diamond stud earrings at Blue Nile, James Allen etc. Something in the 1.5ct size and hoping to be in the $3,500-5,000 range, focusing a bit more on cut than clarity/color. It seems that when I’m looking at loose diamonds on James Allen there appear to be a lot of inclusions that …


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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