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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: Avoiding a Flat Radiant Cut Diamond: Higher Crown Is a Must!

Hi, Thanks for your articles, they helped me loads. I have a question if you could help me? I’m from the UK and I was going to get a radiant cut diamond on a paved hidden halo setting/band. On asking for this to get made they told me they would not recommend as it’s likely …



Q&A: Help Finding a 0.7 Ct. Diamond Pendant for Around $2,000 Budget

Hello, I’m a European customer. I would like to buy a pendant with a diamond from Blue Nile. Blue Nile is a must because they ship from Europe. Starting from the easier part, the pendant setting will be 14K white gold. Regarding the diamond, I’m looking for a round shape diamond at least 0.70 carat. …


Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond for a Solitaire Setting With a AU$12-14k Budget

Hi. I’m interested in a 2.01ct round brilliant cut diamond from James Allen. It’s a J colour with slight fluorescence and is an SI1 graded by GIA. On the magnified images there is a small inclusion in the center that appears black on the image. In reality how eye visible will this inclusion be? And …


Q&A: After-Purchase Diamond Check: 1.5 Ct. Round Cut Lab Grown Diamond

Good afternoon, Do you give advice on diamonds that are already purchased? I recently bought a new engagement ring from James Allen to replace the original one I lost. I decided to replace with a lab grown and thought I did a lot of research before settling but now that the ring is in the …



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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