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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 Second Opinion on a 1.52 Ct. G SI2 Cushion Diamond for $6800

Q&A: Looking for a Second Opinion on a 1.52 Ct. G SI2 Cushion Diamond for $6800

I am looking to buy this 1.52 kt G SI2 cushion diamond. It is pretty much eye clean but has a feather in the bottom left corner see the photo in the link fron James Allen. What do you think about this diamond? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.52-carat-g-color-si2-clarity-sku-219753?a_aid=dmnd1357 I have it on hold right know and am going to …


Q&A: Looking for a 0.8-89ish Round Brilliant Diamond Within a $2,600-3,100 Budget

First of all major thanks to your site and the work you put into it. You saved me from making a major mistake in blindly purchasing a diamond from bluenile. You taught me how to shop for diamonds with the proper approach which I cannot thank you enough for. My approximate budget for the diamond …


Q&A: Looking for a 1.5 Ct. Diamond for a Solitaire Yellow Gold Setting for ~$6000 Budget

Hey, I’m looking for a ring with an asscher cut diamond, ideally at least 1.5 ct in a yellow gold solitaire setting. Been looking around but I just don’t know enough to make a call. I’d like to keep the whole package to ~$6000 if I can and id love some help! Examples: http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/wheres-all-of-the-yellow-gold#axzz2aZB6HXYk See …



Q&A: Choosing Between Three 0.9 Ct. Cushion Cut Diamonds Within the $5-7k Range

Based on the some of the advice I’ve read here, I’ve picked out 3 cushion diamonds from James Allen. Could you recommend one from this list? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/0.90-carat-g-color-si1-clarity-sku-228598?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/0.90-carat-e-color-si1-clarity-sku-172656?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/0.92-carat-e-color-vs1-clarity-sku-150390?a_aid=dmnd1357 If none of these work, I would appreciate any help you can give in finding a cushion shape diamond. My price range is between 5-7k. I …





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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