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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: Choosing a 1.00 Ct. Cushion Cut Diamond

Hello, I’m on the hunt for the perfect diamond. Was wondering if you could help me by narrowing down which would ve the best. I am looking on the James Allen website. These are the diamonds in my wish list, but am open to suggestions. I would truly appreciate your help. Thank you! www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.00-carat-e-color-vs2-clarity-sku-4475575?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.01-carat-f-color-vs2-clarity-sku-6001299?a_aid=dmnd1357 …


Q&A: Avoiding Yellowness on Oval Diamonds

Hello Diamond Pro Team! I recently purchased a 2.01 carat diamond color I from James Allen:www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/oval-cut/2.01-carat-i-color-vs1-clarity-sku-6066657?a_aid=dmnd1357 Unfortunately, when the diamond arrived it had a warmer tint that was not to my liking and in direct sunlight there is a slight bow tie effect that is enough to bother me. I’ve contacted James Allen to inquire …


Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond for a White Gold Petite Vintage Setting With a $6-7.5k Budget

Hello, I’m comparing two round cut diamonds on Blue Nile: Blue Nile LD11625015 and Blue Nile LD11741216. Could you help me assess if these diamonds are eye clean? Are there any inclusions in conspicuous locations that I might have missed? Should I be concerned about the strong fluorescence making them appear hazier? Which diamond would …



Q&A: Help Finding a Colorless Round Diamond for Around $15,000 Budget

I’m looking to buy a diamond engagement ring for my soon to be fiance. With two children in college, I need to watch my budget. With my taste for high quality, I want a brilliant beautiful diamond and have been looking at E / D, VVS1 and above diamonds in the 1.30 to 1.51 carat …


Q&A: Looking for a Pear-Shaped Diamond for a Solitaire Setting Within a $15k Budget

I’m looking for a diamond. What shape diamond are you looking for? What style setting (solitaire, pave/side stones/halo) and metal (yellow/white gold, platinum) do you want to use? This may affect the colors that I recommend for the center diamond (as we explain in our post on color). Can you give me your ballpark figure …


Q&A: Looking for a 0.70 Ct. Marquise Cut Diamond With a $2,000 Budget

Hello! My girlfriend and I have been together for 5 years now since my senior year of high school. I know I will be popping the question here shortly and have found the ring setting and the diamond shape that I know she will love. However, I am struggling to find a diamond with certainty …



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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