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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 0.9-1.0 Ct. Round Diamond for WG Solitaire Setting

I am looking for an engagement solitaire ring and finding has been daunting task so far, so your advice is greatly appreciated. My budget on the diamond is $4800. Below is what I am looking for: Shape: Round Carat Weight: 0.9 – 1 Cut: Excellent Color: around H Clarity: VS2 – SI2 Blue Nile Blue …


Q&A: Looking for 2nd Opinion on G I1 Round Diamond

Q&A: Looking for 2nd Opinion on G I1 Round Diamond

Hi! I am interested in this diamond, it’s $2,090. It looks good and I can’t for the life of me find the inclusions that would make this an I1 rating. I’m not willing to spend much more than $2,500 on a diamond. https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/G-I1-Excellent-Cut-Round-Diamond-1537951.asp I’d appreciate your thoughts! Thanks! Blue Nile Blue Nile is the largest …


Q&A: Looking for 1.3 Ct. Round Diamond for Custom Setting

I am starting my search of an engagement ring, and I found your site to be by far the most informative and impartial source of information so far! Thank you very much! I was wondering if I could get some advice from you on a loose diamond selection for an engagement ring. I have chosen …


Q&A: Looking for Round or Princess for Sidestone Setting

I have been looking at engagement rings for over a year now and keep putting holds and then second guessing.I even bought a few and returned. i just want to find the perfect one. I can do around $2,500 for just the diamond and maybe up to $3,000. looking for a princess cut or round. …


Q&A: Looking for 1/2 Ct. Round Diamond for Pt Solitaire Setting

Many thanks for this great site, it has made the process of buying an engagement ring much easier. After researching I’m pretty sure I will be ordering a diamond and setting from Jamesallen.com I would like a platinum six prong setting. 0.5 round diamond. Colour H-J Excellent cut SI1 clarity My budget is a maximum …


Q&A: Looking for Princess Cut for $2500 Budget

Q&A: Looking for Princess Cut for $2500 Budget

I’m looking for a .75 – 1.0 princess cut diamond in the $2500.00 – $2800.00 range. Any suggestions would be great. 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 …


Q&A: Looking for 1.25-1.5 Ct. Round Brilliant Diamond

I’m new to shopping for diamonds and I REALLY appreciate the fact that you’ve taken the time to help make sense of all this. What I’m looking for is the best round diamond I can find to go with a 14k white gold setting. My budget is no more than $7k for the diamond, not …


Q&A: Looking for Round Brilliant for Pt. Solitaire Setting

Hi, here’s what I’m looking for: Minimum criteria Carat: >= .90 Cut: >= Excellent Color >= J Clarity: Eye Clean Lab: GIA or AGS Setting: Platinum Tiffany style setting ….. Oh and it will be a solitaire. Blue Nile Blue Nile is the largest and most well-known internet jewelry seller. They have a very large …


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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