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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 Princess Cut for a Vintage Cathedral Setting With $5k Budget

Hello, I am looking for a princess cut diamond with approx 1 ct size. My budget is around $5000. The setting I have picked out is from Shane Co but the diamond pricing was very high for what you get. I put a link to the setting below. I have been looking at James Allen …



Q&A: Choosing a Shy 1 Ct. Diamond for a Unique Engagement Ring With $5k Budget

Q&A: Choosing a Shy 1 Ct. Diamond for a Unique Engagement Ring With $5k Budget

OK, little confused, do you sell diamonds or just find them? I’m looking for around a ct. diamond rbs cut. I’d be happy to make some recommendations for you, but I need a little more info. What shape diamond are you looking for? What style setting (solitaire, pave/side stones/halo) and metal (yellow/white gold, platinum) do …


Q&A: Looking for the Best Value Diamond for a Solitaire With $9000 Budget

I’m looking for the best price, clarity and color for 9000.00 max! A round solitaire. I looked around and I love this diamond for you: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.50-carat-j-color-vs1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2285138?a_aid=dmnd1357 It’s the best one I could find in that range. It’s fantastically cut and will be very brilliant. Medium fluorescence is a bonus here, it’ll help the diamond look …


Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond For a Solitaire Setting With a $3700 Total Budget

I’m looking at buying a diamond engagement ring at the moment. I’m in the UK and have read your article suggesting I’d get better value for money shopping on line in the US. I’m probably being paranoid but how would you recommend I go about this, I’m worried about not getting what I’ve paid for …


Q&A: Looking for a Halo Platinum Engagement Ring Within a $4k Budget

Hello! I am looking for an engagement ring with a platinum halo setting. The stone should be eye clean and not too small. My budget is approx. $4000. Would you be able to assist? Thank you in advance. I’d be happy to make some recommendations for you, but I need a little more info. What …


Q&A: Help Finding a Princess Cut Diamond Necklace for Under $1900 In Total

I am looking to buy a princess cut solitaire necklace for my wife. Budget between £1000/£1500 but I am really struggling to find the best value for my money. Can you give me any suggestions as I am worried I will get ripped off? Thank you. I’d be happy to help you. What metal are …


Q&A: Help Finding a 1.5ct Round Brilliant for a Rose Gold Solitaire

Hello! What are your thoughts on lab diamonds, more specifically Diamond Foundry’s selection. I’m just starting to look for engagement rings and she prefers lab, vintage, mined stones in that order. I’ve read that Diamond Foundry’s master cutters are Israel Itzkowitz and Maarten de Witte (Hearts on Fire). Thanks for setting up a forum and …


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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