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Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond for a White Gold Setting Engagement Ring for around $3500 – $3800 Budget

By Mike Fried, Updated June 29, 2020

Clarity: SI1

Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond for a White Gold Setting Engagement Ring for around $3500 – $3800 Budget

Hi, I have a found a setting from James Allen which costs $1150, my total budget is $5000 max with the diamond. Could you please help me find a diamond. 1. Budget for diamond is $3500 – $3800 2. White Gold 18k 3. Setting is – https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/channel-set/18k-white-gold-thin-channel-set-round-shaped-diamond-engagement-ring-item-9011?a_aid=dmnd1357 Also I’m from Australia and would like the ring …

Q&A: Picking the Right Cushion Cut for a Halo Setting with a $4000 Budget

Hi there, I’m having some trouble picking out a cushion cut diamond with a budget around $4000 (but some flexibility). She only cares that it is as radiant as possible, I don’t think she truly has a preference for the “chunky” or “crushed glass” styles, although the “chunky” ones do seem to be more radiant …

Q&A: Looking for a 1 Ct. Round Diamond for $6000 – $7000 Budget

Thanks for the great information on your site. I’m interested in a round 1 carat diamond to be set in a plain solitaire (white gold or platinum) setting. My budget is $6000 – $7000. I’d very much appreciate any recommendations you could provide. Thanks again.  What do you think of these? www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.21-carat-i-color-vs2-clarity-sku-198878?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.20-carat-i-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-240526?a_aid=dmnd1357 It looks …

Q&A: Finding a Suitable Cushion or Radiant Cut Diamond for a Setting with Round Stones

I am interested in this setting: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/vintage/14k-white-gold-royal-antique-style-round-shaped-diamond-engagement-ring-item-17424?a_aid=dmnd1357 However, I am not a huge fan of round diamonds. I prefer cushion or radiant since they are more unique. I am wondering if those shapes would look okay with this setting since it has round side stones? My budget for the center diamond is $3000. Obviously I …

Q&A: Looking for a Pear Shaped Diamond for a Platinum Engagement Ring

Hi, I came across your website whilst looking for a pear shaped diamond. This is for an engagement ring. Maybe as suggested on your post you can give me some advise. What I am looking for: .7-1 carat Colourless D would be most ideal Clarity vs2-vss1 And very good cut Also a ratio of around 1.75 …

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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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