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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: Help Finding a 1.7 Ct. Round Diamond for a Platinum Solitaire

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Q&A: Help Choosing a Classic Tiffany Style Solitaire Ring With a $10k Budget

Q&A: Help Choosing a Classic Tiffany Style Solitaire Ring With a $10k Budget

    Hello! It’s been very useful reading your review. We are looking for and engagement ring around US10.000 and the ideal think would be round cut, VS1 to SI1 and color between G and J. I would really appreciate any advice and thoughts. Thank you very much! Can you also tell me what style …



Q&A: Choosing a Classic Style Diamond Ring with a Round Center for Under $5k

I have learned a lot about diamonds from the site! Thank you. I am looking for an engagement ring, but really want to focus on the diamond itself. I have learned recently that there exists a trend to buy a higher quality diamond, and then a simpler ring and band, and then choose a design …



Q&A: Choosing a 1.5 Ct. Round Brilliant for a Halo Setting Within a $12k Budget

Q&A: Choosing a 1.5 Ct. Round Brilliant for a Halo Setting Within a $12k Budget

Looking for a 1.5 carat, Ideal cut, G, VS2 to VVS2, excellent polish and symmetry, no fluorescence, no culet, no thick or thin girdle, 53 to 60 table and depth 59 to 63 and of course. I want it to sparkle. I am thinking of spending 12000ish. What are your thoughts? I know I didn’t …


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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