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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: Searching for a 1.2 – 1.4 Ct. Cushion Cut Diamond Without the Crushed Ice Look

Hello, I really like the cushion cut style, but hate the “crushed ice” look. I’ve been searching on both the Blue Nile website and James Allen, and was only able to find two in my price range that have more of cushion brilliant cut (I think). Can you provide any insight/advice regarding the crushed ice style …



Q&A: Choosing an Eye-Clean 1.3 to 1.49 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for Around $7,000 Budget

 I have learned so much from your site. Thank you! I am looking to upgrade my wife’s rings, as we did not have much money when we first started out many years ago. I have picked out the setting shown in this link: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/wedding-sets/18k-white-gold-channel-set-diamond-wedding-set-item-2466?a_aid=dmnd1357 Since we are coming up on our 15 year anniversary, I …


Q&A: Searching for a Cushion Cut 1.3-1.5 Fancy Yellow Diamond for around $7,000 Budget

Hello! Looking for a cushion cut 1.3-1.5 fancy yellow diamond. Have looked through Blue Nile inventory but am confused on light vs fancy vs fancy intense. Is the difference that noticeable? Looking for stone only – Have a designer to put ring together. Thank you.  There is a huge difference and I would never recommend …


Q&A: Looking for a 2+ Ct. Round Diamond with Around $100k Budget

Great education from your site. I search all the sites that you mentioned with the parameter round, ideal or better, D, IF/FL. The one result that seem standout is from bluenile with the 2.66Ct. Blue Nile LD03163366 Can you give me an opinion on this diamond? What concerns me is the strong fluorescence.  That diamond …





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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