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Q&A: Looking for an Eye-Clean Cushion Cut Diamond for a White Gold Solitaire Band Within a $8k – $9k Range

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

Hi, thanks for the great site! It’s very educational and is a really great resource. I read a previous post about someone looking for an oval diamond who wanted your opinion on Brain Gavin vs James Allen. You mentioned you would stick with JA, because BG specializes in super ideal round cuts. What do you …

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Q&A: Choosing an Eye-Clean 1.5 Ct. Oval Diamond for a $8k – $10k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I am looking for an 1.5 carat oval diamond, and this site seems like the perfect resource to help me make a final decision. My budget is around $8- 10,000. I have found three diamonds on the James Allen website (all on hold) based on search criteria I pieced together from researching diamonds online. I …

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Q&A: Looking for a 1 Ct. Round Diamond for a Pave Halo Platinum Setting with a $5,000-$6,500 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I am in the process of upgrading from my current gemstone engagement ring to a diamond. I would like to purchase a round diamond to fit this halo setting from James Allen: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/halo/platinum-pave-halo-and-shank-diamond-engagement-ring-round-center-item-17442?a_aid=dmnd1357 I would like the diamond to be 1 carat and very sparkly! I feel overwhelmed trying to select the best value diamond …

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Q&A: Choosing a 1.4 – 1.5 Ct. Round Diamond for a Platinum Solitaire Setting

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi, first of all I’d like to really thank you for the great service and advice you’re providing – you’ve definitely helped me understand what to look for in a stone better than any other site I’ve come across. I’ve been browsing James Allen for some stones to match this ring setting: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/tension/platinum-pointed-and-etched-tension-set-engagement-ring-item-461?a_aid=dmnd1357 …and have …

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Q&A: Choosing a .80-.90 Ct. Round Center Diamond for a Three-Stone Setting with a $5k – $7k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Im looking for a three stone diamond ring, preferably around .80-.90 carat round stone with decent clairty and a vvs rating and diamonds set into the ring that cover the band. I’m on a buget of $5000-7000 and have been lurking around the james allen website. Being located in Australia im undecided if I want …

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Q&A: Choosing a 0.7 to 1 Ct. Round Diamond for a Platinum Solitaire Setting with $6k – $7k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I was for assistance and expertise in finding an engagement ring for my girlfriend on jamesallen.com. She’s 5′ tall and petite, therefore, I don’t want to pick out something that will look too big on her finger. I’m looking to spend $6,000 – $7,000 combined with the ring and Platinum solitary setting. I would like …

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Q&A: Help Choosing a 0.65-0.85 Ct. Radiant Cut Diamond for Around $2,250 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hello, I am currently looking for a loose diamond to set in an engagement ring for my girlfriend. The jewelry store I am purchasing the setting from does not have a diamond like the one I want in my price range, but after looking around at both James Allen and Blue Nile, it seems that what …

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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.