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Diamond Q&A

By Mike Fried, Updated October 24, 2017

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 0.9 Ct. Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Pavé Setting for Around $3,500 Budget

I am trying to find a engagement ring with the following specifications. Diamond round shape, excellent cut, vs2 or vs1 for a ring like this 14K YELLOW GOLD TAPERED PAVE ENGAGEMENT RING SKU:17679Y14 My budget for the diamond and the ring is$3,500.  Have a look at this diamond: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.82-carat-j-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2153197?a_aid=dmnd1357 It’s beautifully cut, colorless and eye-clean. Let …

Q&A: Asking for a Second Opinion on a 1.16 Ct. Round Diamond for ~$7k

 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.16-carat-h-color-if-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2272825?a_aid=dmnd1357 Thoughts on this diamond? Seems it is odd it is an “IF” at this price.  Can you tell me how much it was? I noticed that the stone is not available at the moment. Did you put it on hold?  Thanks for the response! Yes we asked them to put it on hold for …

Q&A: Looking for a 2 Ct. Round Diamond for a Halo Setting Within a $35,000 Budget

Hi there. I’m in the market for a 2ct round diamond in halo setting. I guess where I keep getting stuck is color vs clarity. I am really looking for that ‘shimmer’ and ‘pop’ from across the room that some of my friends diamonds have but others don’t. I know this is silly and superficial …

Q&A: Asking for a Second Opinion on a Round Diamond for Around $5,500 Budget

Q&A: Asking for a Second Opinion on a Round Diamond for Around $5,500 Budget

What do you think of a engagement ring with the following: Color: F Clarity: vvs2 Cut: Signature cut Asscher 0.80 ct I like quality, but I’m afraid this ring might be too small, some people tell me that I should sacrifice quality ir order to get a bigger one with more ct. What do you …

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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