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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 Choosing a Princess Cut Diamond With Around $7k Budget

Hey, I read your reviews all the time and I’m stuck between two nice stones. Any advice? Brilliance and sparkle are very important to me as well as having an eye-clean diamond. Please let me know your thoughts! www.briangavindiamonds.com/diamonds/diamond-details/1.358-i-vs2-princess-diamond-ags-104086010002?a_aid=y www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.44-carat-i-color-vs2-clarity-sku-3033802?a_aid=dmnd1357 Thanks! I don’t like the inclusion on the JA stone. It would be visible to …




Q&A: Help Choosing a Round Diamond for a 6 Prong Classic Solitaire With a $7k-11k Budget

Hi, I’m currently shopping for an engagement ring and wanted to get some expert opinion on online sellers as it’s hard to tell what the best value is. We’ve looked at few options offline but noticed it’s cheaper to find one online so exploring options to purchase online. Currently looking at these options below, would …



Q&A: Help Choosing a Pear-Shaped Diamond With a $4,000 Budget

Hi, I am currently looking for an engagement ring and I am hoping you can give me advice on the perfect ring for the best price! My budget is approx. £3000 however with your advice, if I could find a beautiful ring that is slightly cheaper, that would be great! I have been looking on …


Q&A: Choosing a Cushion Cut Diamond for a White Gold Ring With Up to $5k Total Budget

Hi. I need help finding the best engagement ring under $3,000. I would like the center solitaire to be 1.0ct. Cushion cut preferred. Thank you. Here’s a diamond with the quality I’d recommend: Blue Nile LD08625161 It’s very well cut, eye-clean and going to look colorless. What do you think? The 0.91 carat size is …


Q&A: Experience Shopping for Diamond Studs on a 2k Budget

Q&A: Experience Shopping for Diamond Studs on a 2k Budget

I recently set out to purchase a pair of diamond studs for my wife to give as a gift on our upcoming anniversary. As someone who likes to research and make informed purchases, I found the information that you provide on your website to be invaluable. Interestingly enough, my wife is very modest and isn’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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