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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: Cushion Cut for $6-7K Budget

First off, I want to say thank you for creating this website. It is truly awesome!! I am interested in a cushion cut diamond in a halo setting. I want the finished product to look like a photo uploaded to your site’s ring gallery (link below). https://www.diamonds.pro/ring-gallery/cushion-cut-diamond-with-halo-setting/ My budget is approximately $8K total. Assuming $2500 …


Q&A: Diamond for 3 Stone WG Setting

I absolutely love your site and I really want to thank you for taking the time to help some of us clueless guys out! Can I get some advice on purchasing a center diamond for this ring? https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/three-stone/18k-white-gold-three-stone-princess-and-pave-set-diamond-engagement-ring-item-1668?a_aid=dmnd1357 My budget is roughly $4500 (including the ring itself) so I know I don’t have a whole …


Q&A: Princess or Round for Halo Pave Setting

Q&A: Princess or Round for Halo Pave Setting

Hello! I’m at the very beginning stages of purchasing a diamond engagement ring for my girlfriend and came across this website while trying to educate myself. I’m hopeful you can help! She has semi-wide fingers around 7-7.5 size ring finger so don’t want it to be too tiny. She really liked the halo princess cut …


Q&A: Brilliant Earth Vs. James Allen

Hi, I’d like to start off by telling you I sure am glad I found your site!!! My fiance proposed about a month ago, and did so with a sapphire ring that matched an earring/bracelet set he gave me in the past… but he said he wanted me to pick out my engagement ring, and …


Q&A: Round Cut for $8K Budget

I have been spending the last month or so looking for an engagement ring both online and in store. Your site is far and away the best information I’ve found. I’ve decided to go with James Allen because of it. I think I have a pretty good idea of what I’m looking for based upon …


Q&A: “It’s crazy how much info…goes into such a tiny rock…”

Hey guys, I really enjoy watching your videos and checking out your site! There is so much info, its crazy how much information and research goes into such a tiny rock. I am looking for a Round Cut, I/H Color, SI2/SI1 with the best cut possible. I would like to keep it around the 5000 …


Q&A: Looking for Princess Cut for Channel Setting

I’ve been very impressed with your site’s educational materials and the Q&A section. I’ve been looking for a princess cut diamond to go with this setting with a budget of $2500. https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/channel-set/platinum-channel-set-princess-shaped-diamond-engagement-ring-item-1521?a_aid=dmnd1357 Its been my goal to maximize the surface area of the diamond, since from what I understand that’s what makes the diamond appear …


Q&A: Looking for 0.7 Ct. Cushion Cut

Hello! I have been studying almost everything on your website for the past two weeks and I can’t thank you enough! I am thoroughly impressed with your knowledge and practical application! Thank you so much! I am looking for a Cushion Cut diamond for my girlfriend at about .70 carat or so. I have a …


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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