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Q&A: Choosing a Pavé Ring with a Round Cut Diamond for Under $4,000 In Total

By Mike Fried,

Clarity: SI1


Q&A: Looking for a Diamond Ring from James Allen With a $2,500 Total Budget

I’m considering buying this engagement ring from James Allen: www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/three-stone/18k-white-gold-marquise-shape-three-stone-ring-item-59173?a_aid=dmnd1357 I would really appreciate your help in finding the best value, eye clean round cut diamond to go with it. I’m trying to find the biggest carat diamond I can get without compromising on appearance. My max budget is about $2500, which leaves me about …




Q&A: Choosing the Best Cut 3 Ct. Round Brilliant Diamond

Q&A: Choosing the Best Cut 3 Ct. Round Brilliant Diamond

Can you please give me your expert opinion of this diamond I am considering purchasing: GIA 1172328851 — SI1 3.18 carat triple xxx. Thank you very much! It’s well cut, but the inclusions are a concern there. Have you seen it in person? Because it’s a quite large diamond, you should be more careful about …



Q&A: Looking for a Cushion Cut Diamond for a Tacori Setting at Since1910

Thank you for a very informative and interesting website. What is your opinion on the website www.since1910.com? I have been on their website several times and the reviews seem to be very good regarding it. My fiancee would like a Tacori engagement ring and the prices seem competitive and cheaper than retail. What is your …


Q&A: Help Finding a 2 Ct. Oval Diamond for a Yellow Gold Setting

Hello, my boyfriend and I have been ring shopping for the past few weeks. I was hoping you could help us find what we are looking for – 1.5-2 ct oval diamond. No super obvious black inclusions – preferably none visible to the naked eye unless they are off to the side or incredibly small, 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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