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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Michael FriedFebruary 9, 2019 Hello Diamond Pro Team, I am looking for an engagement ring and would appreciate it tremendously if you would help me out with this difficult choice. The plan is to use a white gold, petite pavé ring, from the models I have seen online it will probably be in the £1,000 …
Michael FriedFebruary 8, 2019 Hello! I’ve been shopping lately for a pear shaped diamond for an engagement. I am basically looking for the perfect diamond, and I could use some help! My fiancé-to-be works in a lab and the odds of the diamond being under a microscope are extremely high! I’m really flexible on price, …
Michael FriedFebruary 7, 2019 Hello, I would like some assistance in searching for a solitaire. I’m looking for something between 2.2 – 2.4 carats with a budget of about USD 15k. As per your articles, cut proportion is a priority to me but I’m not quite certain about a trade off between clarity and colour. …
Michael FriedFebruary 6, 2019 I am looking to buy a round solitaire diamond around 1.4 to 1.6 carat with the quality more important than the size.I have a budget of around £10k., so not sure if that is possible. The ring into which it will be mounted will need to fit snugly against an existing …
Michael FriedFebruary 5, 2019 Looking for a platinum (or maybe white gold) set engagement ring up to £3000. Solitaire style, not sure what the best options are for budget. Haven’t tried anything on so open to suggestions. Can you also tell me what shape of diamond you’re looking for? Then I’ll be happy to send …
Michael FriedFebruary 4, 2019 Hello, I am in the process of helping my future son in law buy an engagement ring for my daughter. We plan to use Blue Nile because it offers the setting she prefers. We are looking at oval diamonds and would appreciate help selecting one in the $1500.00 CAD price range. …
Michael FriedFebruary 3, 2019 My fiance and I are currently on the hunt for an engagement ring. We live in Australia but are interested in purchasing online if it will ultimately mean better value for money – I’m thinking either Blue Nile or JA. Budget is around AUD$6500 for the entire ring. Although, given we …
Michael FriedFebruary 2, 2019 Ready to propose to the girl of my dreams. Her friends told me she wants an oval cut diamond in a 4.5 14k rose gold setting. I’d also like to get a band because I heard it’s cheaper that way. My budget is $5-6k. I found a ring on BN for …
Michael FriedFebruary 1, 2019 Hi, I am looking for a round diamond of around 0.6 carats for a white gold floral halo ring with a budget of around US$2,200, is this possible? Here are my suggestions of floral settings: Floral Halo Diamond Engagement Ring Truly Zac Posen Floral Halo Diamond Engagement Ring Here’s a stone …
Michael FriedJanuary 31, 2019 Hi! I’m looking at diamonds on Blue Nile. I would like to find one that is at least 1.5 ct, at least I color, definitely eye clean SI1/VS2 clarity. I also would need it to be excellent/ideal cut, excellent symmetry, and excellent polish. I would like to keep it between $8000-$9000. …
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