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Q&A: Round Eye-Clean Diamond for $20K Budget

By Mike Fried,

Clarity: SI1

Q&A: Round Eye-Clean Diamond for $20K Budget

I am looking for a round engagement ring diamond and I have $20k budget. I would appreciate it if you could send me some recommendations for diamonds that you believe are an excellent value in this price range. My only request is that the diamond’s flaws be unnoticeable to the untrained eye. Thanks for the …


Q&A: Looking for Best 1.5+ Carat Round Brilliant Diamond

Your site has been a tremendous help. Really like the affiliate idea. I am ready to buy and have been looking a James Allen for the past two weeks. I am looking to spend 13-15K and really think Ideal cut and carat size 1.5+ are most important. I have seen some I diamonds that I …


Q&A: Cushion-Cut Diamond for Tiffany-style Custom Setting

I’m looking to purchase this diamond on bluenile and wanted to get your thoughts on it or if there’s a better place to go get a better deal. Also, will the “I” color make a big difference or should I go with the “H”. Budget is around $20k for the diamond alone. Blue Nile LD02446992 …


Q&A: Round Diamond for Platinum Pave Setting for $3K Budget

I have been viewing James Allen’s website and have found a few diamonds but figured I would see which diamonds you would recommend with the following limitations: Platinum Bypass Pave Set Diamond Engagement Ring budget for diamond is 3000 (for a great find willing to go up 300) Blue Nile Blue Nile is the largest …


Q&A: “I have absolutely no idea what I’m doing!”

I am planning on proposing in late October and am beginning my search for a ring – the problem being that I have absolutely no idea what I’m doing! I am looking to spend around 5k on the diamond and setting combined. I am also looking for a setting with just a single stone. I …


Q&A: Questions about Eye-clean, Fluorescence, and Yellow Color

Hi I love your website! It is so informative. I was thinking of purchasing the 1st link below. I am worried about the color though. I am worried it might look too yellow or not bright enough. I think the medium fluorescence will help it slightly but was wondering would it be better to get …


Q&A: Oval Diamond Advice, Please

At the outset I’d like to thank you for having such a great site! I was able to learn so much from it. I’m looking for an oval cut diamond around $3,000 – $4,000. It would be really great if you could help me out. I want the best bang for my buck, so please …


Q&A: “Need Your Expertise” to Find Round Diamond for $2500-$3000 Budget

I need your advices for the best diamond ring for me. I’d like the best looking diamond, with a lot of sparkling and shinning. I’ve selected some diamonds to show you, but if you find something better, i’d appreciate. https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-VS1-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1493112.asp (TrueHearts) https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/J-VVS1-Excellent-Cut-Round-Diamond-1516089.asp https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/J-VVS1-Excellent-Cut-Round-Diamond-1516065.asp https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/J-VS1-Excellent-Cut-Round-Diamond-1511161.asp https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/J-VS1-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1516028.asp Now about the ring, which one of these 2 rings …


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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