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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 1.30 Ct. Round Diamond for a Rose Gold Setting for Around $7,800

Hello, I am little clueless about diamonds, but have some reasonable criteria to work with. Ring size J Shallow set solitaire diamond Rose gold band, slim Centre diamond size 1.3 carats 4-5 claws holding Budget in the region of £6,000 ($7,800) Could you point me in the right direction? Should I be looking at purchasing …



Q&A: Am I Being Offered a Fair Deal on a 1.00 G VS2 GIA Diamond?

Hi, I found the ring in the setting my girlfriend likes. The merchant will sell me the whole ring for $7,495; the ring setting itself (with about .7 in small diamonds in 14k white gold) is $2,470. They would attach-get this-a 1 carat (exactly) G VS2 ring with an excellent cut for $5,025! ($2,470+$5,025 = …


Q&A: Choosing an Emerald Cut Diamond for a Pave Setting With Up to $12k In Total

Hi there! I’ve been actively looking for a 1.5+ carat VVS2+/E+ emerald cut diamond and pave engagement band. I’ve sifted through numerous diamonds in numerous places, both in person and online. My budget is $12,000 total, so I’m estimating $11,000 on the diamond and $1,000 on the setting. Any help you can provide would be …



Q&A: Looking for a 3 Ct. Round Diamond With Around $30k Budget

Q&A: Looking for a 3 Ct. Round Diamond With Around $30k Budget

Hello! I am looking to purchase the below diamond from Ritani and currently have it on hold. Before I move forward I would love to get your input and also to ask you if there might be something comparable out there that you’ve seen. My original budget was $30k, but I wasn’t finding anything I …


Q&A: Help Choosing a 1.00 Ct. Round Brilliant With a $5,500 Budget

Hello, I need recommendation on this diamond: Blue Nile LD08152955 It looks good to me, but is it eye clean? …… Can you please provide me your recommendation on this diamond too? Blue Nile LD08764048 …… I also came across this diamond. It seems pretty clean, but I’m wondering about the price. Is this a …


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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