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Q&A: Looking for 1.2 Ct. Round Cut

By Mike Fried,

Clarity: SI1

Q&A: Looking for 1.2 Ct. Round Cut

I am a first time buyer and was educating myself via Google and the various websites on the internet and Thank God I found your website. I was pretty close to buying a loose diamond at Blue Nile since they have decent prices until I stumbled upon your website and your opinion on them which …


Q&A: Round Cut for $2500 Budget

Many thanks for all the information, it’s been really helpful. I am looking for an engagement ring. My budget for the diamond is $2500. I’ve zeroed in on the two below because they are within my price range, vs1 (most likely to be eye clean), “decent” size and clarity. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.60-carat-g-color-vs1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-205798?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.61-carat-g-color-vs1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-155249?a_aid=dmnd1357 What do you think? …


Q&A: Looking for 1.2 Ct. Round Cut for $7500

Hello, I first would like to say your website is very, very informative and I’ve spent many hours on it educating myself for the past few months. I have a budget of max $7,500 (taxes in – I live in Canada) and I’m looking for a 1..20 +/- carat round cut diamond. I am only …


Q&A: Searching for 2 Ct. Cushion Cut

I have been checking up on The Diamond Pro for a few months now in anticipation of purchasing a diamond and engagement ring. Thank you for the in depth information and material that you provide on the site. It has definitely helped me go from someone who doesn’t know anything about diamonds to being somewhat …


Q&A: Looking for Cushion Cut for $3200 Budget

Hi,im looking to find a princess cut diamond in the 0.90–1.00 size range.My budget for the diamond is around $3000,but wouldnt mind if you can get me closer to $2500 if possible.Im pretty flexible on the 4 c”s,as long as it looks sparkley and clean to the naked eye.Also if you can point me to …


Q&A: Kays, Zales, and Other Mall-Type Stores…

After browsing through the wealth of information on your site, I am considering purchasing a round diamond around 0.75 CT for a channel/side stone setting (budget ~$4-5K). I am leaning toward the “super-ideal” cuts that you mention on Brian Gavin’s website, though I also see “True Heart” cuts available on jamesallen.com. Are these comparable? The …


Q&A: Need 2nd Opinion on 0.95 Ct. Round Cut

Just wanted to get an opinion. Do you think this stone is a good buy? – https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.95-carat-h-color-si1-clarity-sku-204059?a_aid=dmnd1357 James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology is the same as inspecting a diamond with a jeweler’s loupe. They have the largest exclusive loose diamond inventory online and fantastic prices. They also …


Q&A: Looking for Small Round Brilliant Cut

I am currently looking for a diamond ring (solitaire) for my proposal to my girlfriend. I don’t have as much budget, around USD 1,500.00/USD2,000.00 including the set up and VAT (I am based in the UK). I would prefer titanium for the set up but if too expensive, it would be 24 ct white gold. …


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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