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Q&A: 2nd Opinion on Oval Cut, Please

By Mike Fried,

Clarity: SI1

Q&A: 2nd Opinion on Oval Cut, Please

We are looking for an oval diamond, $10,000 or less for the stone, setting it into a pave setting. I’ve included the links below. What are your thoughts on this stone? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/oval-cut/1.23-carat-e-color-si1-clarity-sku-221942?a_aid=dmnd1357 This is the setting we like (in rose gold) https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/pave/14k-white-gold-pave-cathedral-claw-prong-engagement-ring-item-1637?a_aid=dmnd1357 your help is very appreciated! James Allen James Allen is the leader in …


Q&A: Round Cut for $15K, Please

Q&A: Round Cut for $15K, Please

Hi I am looking for an engagement ring with the following setting in platinum Blue Nile Half Moon Diamond Engagement Ring I would like advise on picking a 1.75-2.0 round diamond in the $11,000-$13,000 range. Let me know what you think of this setting and if I should buy it from Blue Nile or somewhere …


Q&A: Looking for 1.5 Ct. Round Cut

It’s that time and I’m looking for an engagement ring. I’m trying to find one that is ~1.5 carats and ~$10,000. Diamond most also be round. After doing some digging on Blue Nile I think I have decided to stick between these ranges to get the most for my money. By most I mean biggest …


Q&A: Cushion Cut for $6-7K Budget

First off, I want to say thank you for creating this website. It is truly awesome!! I am interested in a cushion cut diamond in a halo setting. I want the finished product to look like a photo uploaded to your site’s ring gallery (link below). https://www.diamonds.pro/ring-gallery/cushion-cut-diamond-with-halo-setting/ My budget is approximately $8K total. Assuming $2500 …


Q&A: Princess or Round for Halo Pave Setting

Q&A: Princess or Round for Halo Pave Setting

Hello! I’m at the very beginning stages of purchasing a diamond engagement ring for my girlfriend and came across this website while trying to educate myself. I’m hopeful you can help! She has semi-wide fingers around 7-7.5 size ring finger so don’t want it to be too tiny. She really liked the halo princess cut …


Q&A: Brilliant Earth Vs. James Allen

Hi, I’d like to start off by telling you I sure am glad I found your site!!! My fiance proposed about a month ago, and did so with a sapphire ring that matched an earring/bracelet set he gave me in the past… but he said he wanted me to pick out my engagement ring, and …


Q&A: Looking for 0.7 Ct. Cushion Cut

Hello! I have been studying almost everything on your website for the past two weeks and I can’t thank you enough! I am thoroughly impressed with your knowledge and practical application! Thank you so much! I am looking for a Cushion Cut diamond for my girlfriend at about .70 carat or so. I have a …


Q&A: In the Market for Diamond Stud Earrings…

Thank you for your site and the information that it contains. I have found this to be helpful and educational! Though I won’t bore you with the details, after 41 years, I have decided to get my best girl some diamond stud earrings. I have looked at local retailers, as well as on line, and …


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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