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Q&A: Looking for a Round Brilliant for a Halo Setting With a $9000 Total Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hey, I feel overwhelmed with trying to buy an engagement ring. My budget is $9,000 (not including any potential taxes). I’m trying to find a round diamond. My SO cares a lot about how the side of the ring will look and I like how the halo settings look. After getting a taste of what …

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Q&A: Looking for a 1.5 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for a White Gold Pavé/Channel Setting for Under $7.500 In Total

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi, I’m in the process of looking for a diamond for an engagement ring I’m buying for my girlfriend. Primarily, I’ve been looking on James Allen. I have not picked out the exact setting yet, but I’ve narrowed down to a handful. I’m going to be choosing an 18k White Gold, either Pave or Channel …

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Q&A: Choosing a Cushion Cut Diamond for a Solitaire Yellow Gold Setting for Under $7k In Total

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi, I’m hoping to get your help on a cushion cut diamond (that will be set in yellow gold). I’d love a chunky (not crushed ice) cut with as much shimmer as possible, I’d obviously like the diamond to be as large as possible, but since my budget is 6k-8k, I don’t know how much …

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Q&A: Looking for a 0.9 Ct. Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Pavé Setting for Around $3,500 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I am trying to find a engagement ring with the following specifications. Diamond round shape, excellent cut, vs2 or vs1 for a ring like this 14K YELLOW GOLD TAPERED PAVE ENGAGEMENT RING SKU:17679Y14 My budget for the diamond and the ring is$3,500. Have a look at this diamond: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.82-carat-j-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2153197?a_aid=dmnd1357 It’s beautifully cut, colorless and eye-clean. Let …

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Q&A: Looking for a ~1.5 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for a White Gold Solitaire or Pave Setting

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi, I am looking for about 1.5 carat princess cut diamond for my wife. I have found few on James Allen site but, I really like one with VVS2 clarity and ideal cut. However, it is color J. Do you recommend princess cut diamond with J color? Here is the link. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.50-carat-j-color-vvs2-clarity-sku-2133642?a_aid=dmnd1357 Thanks for your …

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Q&A: Help Choosing Round Diamonds for White Gold Stud and Hoop Earrings

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Looking for a pair of diamond stud earings; simple setting in white gold or platinum. 1. do you recommend white gold or platinum for the setting? 2. what price range would you expect for earings that are: a. 1 cwt total weight b. 1.5 cwt total weight c. 2 cwt total weight ( 1 cwt …

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Q&A: Help Deciding for a 1.5 – 1.8 Ct. Round Diamond for a White Gold Solitaire Setting with a $7k-$10k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hey there! First off, thank you so much for your website. It’s easily the most informative and trustworthy site I’ve found on diamond shopping and info. Most of us are new to this, and it’s great to find a place that cares about us not getting ripped off and being informed. I was hoping you …

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Q&A: Help Finding a ~.7 Ct. Round Diamond for a White Gold Engagement Ring Withing a $2,500 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hello. I came across your site looking for diamond buying advice and I couldn’t have found anywhere better. Thanks! So after trawling through lots of diamonds on James Allen I think I may have found a nice one. Could you please let me know your thoughts, or perhaps alternatives at a similar price, Many thanks. …

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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.