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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 .7 Ct. Oval Diamond With Around $1800 Budget

Could I send you a link to a diamond and ask if it’s a good purchase? I am happy with the color and clarity, but all of the numbers associated with the cut are very confusing to me. Sure. Send it my way and I’ll take a look for you. https://www.briangavindiamonds.com/diamonds/diamond-details/0.740-h-si1-oval-diamond-gia-3559038di&a_aid=y Here’s the diamond. If …


Q&A: Help Finding an Engagement Ring With a $1000 Budget

I am a college student who is graduating in May. I am debating proposing before then. I am on a limited college student type budget. I am not sure if you work with people in this demographic but I don’t know anything much about diamonds or wedding bands. I found you through Art of Charm …



Q&A: Help Finding a Pair of Diamonds (1 Ctw.) for Platinum Earrings

Looking for the best deal online for a pair of Diamond Stud earrings with platinum backing since she is allergic to gold. Cut is round, .90-1.05 carat, G-I color, SI1-VS1 clarity. You also suggested coupon codes for Blue Nile. Open to other suggestions as far as vendors. Thanks for help. I’d be happy to make …


Q&A: Looking for a 1 Ct. Canadian Diamond from James Allen for Jeff Cooper’s Pavé

Hello, I am looking for a 1 carat round CanadaMark loose diamond on James Allen. I was looking at these three and wanted your opinion. The diamond will go into the Jeff Cooper Chaya setting. www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.13-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2268732?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.01-carat-f-color-vs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2268777?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.01-carat-g-color-vvs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2268787?a_aid=dmnd1357 The CanadaMark certification is important to my girlfriend and these are probably the only three in my …


Q&A: Choosing a Round Brilliant Diamond for a Rose Gold Ring

Looking to spend about 6-9k. K color is fine. I hope to pair it with rose gold. Round diamond. Size 1.7 ct +. Looking for an eye clean diamond. Right now been eyeing up SKU: 2228553 at James Allen. Also, I found a 2.02 ct SKU: 2270629. It reads in the report that clarity grade was based …


Q&A: Choosing a Center Diamond for a Platinum Solitaire Up to $6k Budget

Hi guys, I love your website and all of the useful information in it! I’ve been looking for rings for a while now, and I think I’ve narrowed it down to a few, could you take a look at this list and let me know what you think? I’m looking for a round diamond for …


Q&A: Choosing a 1 Ct. Round Diamond for a White Gold Solitaire Setting

Glad to have a site like diamonds.pro for a complete diamond newbie like me. I’ve been learning a lot recently from your site and I’ve come close to my purchase decision. This is the one in my mind: www.briangavindiamonds.com/diamonds/diamond-details/1.005-h-vs2-round-diamond-ags-104082875029&a_aid=y Which will be set on this 18k white gold ring (size 6): www.briangavindiamonds.com/engagement-rings/spiral-of-love-18k-white-gold-5380w18&a_aid=y Would that be …


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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