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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: Deciding Between IGI and GIA Certified Round Diamonds

Hi, I came across a diamond going for $8995.00, and I wanted to know if it’s a good deal or not. I have listed the link to the IGI report below. Any information you could provide would be greatly appreciated! Your site is great! Report: http://www.igionline.com/igiweb/onlinereport/View_Cert.cfm?pCert=3803112671   I would stay away from that diamond at any …


Q&A: Asking for Second Opinion on a Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Setting

Hi, just found your site and learned about james allen! Can you please give me your opinion on this diamond: https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.76-carat-k-color-si1-clarity-sku-227833?a_aid=dmnd1357 would it qualify as “eye clean”? does it seem properly priced?    That diamond is eye-clean and properly priced. The only issue is the color. Are you mounting it in yellow gold? https://www.diamonds.pro/education/color/ Thanks. …


Q&A: Finding the Largest Possible Princess Cut Diamond for $8 to 9k Budget

 I can’t thank you enough for the wealth of information that that you’ve made available online with regard to the purchasing of diamonds during that very special period in one’s life when you feel you’ve found that right someone and are ready for a long term commitment. While you’ve helped me to become a great …


Q&A: Looking for the Best Possible Round Diamond for $2000 Budget

 Thank you so much for bringing the truth about diamonds to the masses. My budget is $2000. I would like the color range to be in near colorless and clarity to be at your desecration for my budget. I would like the caret to be around .50 through .75. I know that’s a big jump …


Q&A: Choosing a Square >/=1.5 ct. Diamond for Around $7,000

Hello, I’m looking for a diamond and I’d greatly appreciate a couple recommendations! Budget: $~7,000 Setting: Platinum Setting Style: Solitaire I am hoping to get something >/=1.5 carats and I have been looking at the more square/rectangular cuts like princess, cushion or radiant, but I am also open to round. Thanks in advance for the help!  …


Q&A: Finding a New Diamond for a Gold Solitaire Setting Engagement Ring Under $5,000

Q&A: Finding a New Diamond for a Gold Solitaire Setting Engagement Ring Under $5,000

 Thank you, thank, thank you, for providing this information on your site. I’m looking for a diamond “late” engagement ring that will most likely go in a solitaire gold setting. I’m letting my wife pick the setting after I present her with the diamond. I need to keep the entire purchase as close to $5,000 …



Q&A: Looking to Buy the Largest Possible Eye-Clean Round Diamond for $15,000 Budget

 First of all, I just wanted to say that you have a wonderful website and thank you for all the useful information! I am very grateful that you guys are willing to take the time to answer questions and provide help for people like me that aren’t that experienced with diamonds and don’t know what …


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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