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Q&A: Help Finding an Eye-Clean 1 Ct. Diamond for a Platinum Setting with Side Stones for Around $5k

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hello, thanks in advance for your help. Looking at a ring from James Allen. It is Platinum with G-H color round side stones. I would like to add a round center stone that is 1.0 ct or larger. I’m assuming I need to stay in the H color range because of the side stones. My …

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Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond for a Pave or Halo Engagement Ring with Around $10k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Looking to spend approximately 10,000 total on a Wedding set (engagement ring + wedding band) for my bride to be. The metal will either be white gold or platinum for each, and I want a Pave style. The Tiffany Novo is the model I’m aiming to get close to (without the Tiffany price, of course!) …

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Q&A: Help Choosing a Round Diamond for a White Gold Solitaire Ring with a $4k-$6k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

My girlfriend and I just spent the weekend doing our first round of ring shopping. She’s really likes this setting from Danhov: http://www.danhov.com/engagement/solitaire-engagement-rings/danhov-classico-single-shank-engagement-ring-cl140 So we spent most of the time looking at similar settings to get a sense of the look, but may end up finding a local jeweler to custom make it. Then we …

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Q&A: Finding the Largest Possible Diamond for a Rose Gold Solitaire Ring for About $12,000 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hello, Your website has helped me tremendously as I try to buy a loose diamond for an engagement ring. So first I must thank you for all of the information that you provide. Additionally, you’ve introduced me to James Allen and I am planning on eventually purchasing a diamond from the site. I have a budget …

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Q&A: Help Choosing a Round Diamond for a White Gold Side Stone Setting with Around $3k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi there, I’m looking to get an engagement ring. I’d like to stay around the $2000 – $3000 range with my max at $5000. I plan on using white gold for the metal in the setting. I don’t know exactly what style of setting I want to get yet. If you could send me some …

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Q&A: Looking for an Eye-Clean Diamond Around 2 Ct. for a White Gold or Platinum Ring for a ~$15k Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi, I was wondering if you could make some budget friendly recommendations for a diamond that is close to 2 carats and eye clean. Likely mounted in a white gold or platinum setting. I’ve seen a wide range in prices from as low as $12k and some well above $20k. Ideally I can find something in …

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Q&A: Help Picking an Eye-Clean Princess Cut Diamond for a White Gold Solitaire Ring with a $10k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

1. Budget is $10,000 2. White gold solitaire ring Thanks. I’d be happy to help. Quick question first; are you looking for a round diamond? Sorry, princess cut. Also, I only want to spend money on qualities visible to the human eye. I do not care about what a microscope can see. I have been …

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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.