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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 1 Ct. Round Cut for $5K Budget

I am currently looking for a diamond with at least 0.9 carat and my budget is $5000. What do you think the following diamond from James Allen? Do you have any other recommendation? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.03-carat-g-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-185267?a_aid=dmnd1357 Thanks James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology is the same as inspecting a …


Q&A: Looking for Cushion Cut for Tight Budget

I’m hoping to find a nice diamond to have set in james allen thin french pave setting. My budget for the stone is around $1700 i have size 5.5 fingers. I’ve always been a quality over quantity girl to a certain extent. I would like a nice flashy stone but a decent size for my …


Q&A: “We need more people like you on the internet…”

I don’t want to take up too much of your time so I will try to be as brief as I can. I am a young guy who is looking to take the next step with my relationship. The problem is that every jewelry store has their own stories and convincing way of pulling me …


Q&A: Exchanging Cloudy Cushion Cut

I purchased a 1.03 VS2 G Cushion Cut diamond from James Allen. When it’s out in the sunlight, half of it looks ‘cloudy’. We are planning to exchange it. Is it possible to have a cushion cut diamond that is not cloudy in the center? Or is that the nature of the cut.? Can you …


Q&A: 2nd Opinion on 1.4 Cts. Cushion Cuts

Love the website. Tremendously helpful! Wanted to get your views on whether the dots in the center of these cushion diamonds would be visible to the naked eye. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.40-carat-f-color-vs2-clarity-sku-215745?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.40-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-201604?a_aid=dmnd1357 If you have any concerns about them, please let me know as well. James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their …


Q&A: Looking for 1.3 Ct. Round Cut

Can you give us some advice on what 1.30 ct round diamond you would buy for a 4 prong platinum solitaire (cartier 1895 style) or a platinum solitaire with tapered baguettes on the side of the center stone (classic Harry Winston style) ? looking for the best stone that would go with these classic settings …


Q&A: Looking for Eye Clean Round Cut for WG Setting

I was wondering if you could send me a link to a James Allen Diamond that would be “eye clean.” I’m looking for a round (brilliant) cut diamond that would be set in a white gold ring. Thank you in advance for your time and help. James Allen James Allen is the leader in online …


Q&A: Looking for 1 Ct. Princess Cut for $6K

Q&A: Looking for 1 Ct. Princess Cut for $6K

Good afternoon. I would like to start off by saying thank you for offering such a great service. I happened to stumble upon your site out of pure luck. I have been looking for a diamond /engagement ring for a couple months now, but seems that I have gotten no where with my search. 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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