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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 Cushion Cut for $6K Budget

Hi I’m currently looking for 1 carat( preferably more) cushion cut diamond, my budget is 6000$, preferably eye clean and squarish cut. I browsed through JA and found this sku65149, what do you think? Please respond ASAP as I have the diamond on hold already, thank you so much. Blue Nile Blue Nile is the …


Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for Simple Solitaire Setting

Looking for a great diamond to wow her when I propose in a month an a half. I was thinking a simple solitaire setting, leaving the money to be spend in the diamond. Would like to be all in for $6500 – $7500 or so. I would like a round, ideal cut and polish, G …


Q&A: Looking for 0.9 Ct. Round Brilliant

Hi. Great website. I am looking at 0.9 carat round diamonds in the 4500-5000 range and was between two on JamesAllen. Would you mind comparing them, and/or offering a suggestion on a better stone I may have overlooked? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.91-carat-g-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-179693?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.90-carat-h-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-194830?a_aid=dmnd1357 Setting would probably be this: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/halo/14k-white-gold-pave-halo-and-twisted-shank-solitaire-item-17462?a_aid=dmnd1357 Thanks! Blue Nile Blue Nile is the largest and …


Q&A: Looking for 1/2 Carat Princess Cut

Thank you for the work that went into the site. It has been fun reading. I’m looking for an 0.5 ct Princess cut. I made a list of 20 stones and down to 4. Any chance having a look? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/0.58-carat-g-color-si1-clarity-sku-152931?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/0.56-carat-g-color-vs2-clarity-sku-188011?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/0.55-carat-g-color-vs2-clarity-sku-179260?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/0.55-carat-g-color-vs2-clarity-sku-148335?a_aid=dmnd1357 These are very similar and I’m having a hard time making a …


Q&A: Looking for 2 Ct. Cushion Cut

Thanks for your great website. I want to buy a 2 carat engagment ring for my partner. I want to get a cushion stone, that will be on a white gold or platinum setting. I would like to start with just buying the diamond. Could you help me find some stones that I can purchase …


Q&A: B2C Jewels – Yay or Nay?

I am in the process of buying an engagement ring for my girlfriend. I have found that B2C Jewels has very good prices. Would you recommend to get a diamond from them? I wanted to buy this good price 0.70 carat Excellent cut, H color, VS1 at $2,197 diamond but it has a strong blue …


Q&A: Is this Stone Eye-Clean?

Does this appear eye clean? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.01-carat-g-color-vs2-clarity-sku-146041?a_aid=dmnd1357 Blue Nile Blue Nile is the largest and most well-known internet jewelry seller. They have a very large exclusive online inventory. Their high-quality images are catching up to James Allens’ and their prices are amazing.  Blue Nile is currently running a Valentine’s Day promotion. Get up to 40% off …


Q&A: Looking for 1.5 Ct. Round Cut for Pave Setting

Q&A: Looking for 1.5 Ct. Round Cut for Pave Setting

First off – thank you for a VERY helpful and informative site. I’ve read it front to back. With all the knowledge you’ve equipped me with, I have set out to buy a diamond for an engagement ring. My budget for the diamond is $8,000, I’d like to stay at “I” or better for color, …


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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