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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: Choosing a Cushion Cut Diamond from Brian Gavin

I have been looking online at diamonds. I was originally looking for a 1 ct cushion but after finding this Brian Gavin cushion signature 0.711 it appears to have the same face size as 1ct with having the extra sparkle. Would I be correct and do you think this is a good buy? AGS #104083556038 …


Q&A: Buying a Fancy Color Diamond from a Friend. A Good Idea?

Q&A: Buying a Fancy Color Diamond from a Friend. A Good Idea?

Dear Sirs, I have been approached by a friend who has recently started working in the diamond industry at a company in Israel called Tradition Diamond. I would like to know if you can help me in assessing the value of potential products offered to me and if so, what would be your charges. If …




Q&A: Looking for an Oval-Shaped Ruby for a Pendant

Love your articles. A real education. If you want a customized setting, do you advise getting a loose stone from JA or BN and taking it to a high quality jeweler? Do you like JA as much for colored gemstones, especially relatively late rubies? Would you buy a really expensive diamond from JA, 100K+? Thanks. …



Q&A: Looking for a 3.3-3.6 Ct. Round Diamond for a Platinum Pavé Setting

Q&A: Looking for a 3.3-3.6 Ct. Round Diamond for a Platinum Pavé Setting

Hi! I am looking for a 3.3- 3.6 carat round diamond with clarity under SI1. The cut, polish and symmetry need to be Excellent. We are trying to stay around the $35,000 – $45,000 range. I really wouldn’t like to go above an I in color and definitely want it to look white and not …



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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