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Q&A: Looking for 1 Ct. Round Cut for Channel Setting

By Mike Fried,

Clarity: SI1

Q&A: Looking for 1 Ct. Round Cut for Channel Setting

Greetings! Thank you for what you do here! Would you say the inclusion in this diamond is prongable? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.01-carat-i-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-182463?a_aid=dmnd1357 More suggestions for similar price you might make? A speedy response would be appreciated. I’m ready to pull the trigger! Thank you! James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology is …


Q&A: Looking for Princess Cut for 3 Stone Channel Setting

Q&A: Looking for Princess Cut for 3 Stone Channel Setting

Please help me select a princess cut diamond for an engagement ring. I’m looking for a 3 stone ring (2 small side stones, and the larger center stone) and my budget for the center piece is $6000 – $6500. I’m looking for something between 1 – 1.2 carats. What specs do you recommend? James Allen …


Q&A: Looking for 1.25-1.75 Ct. Round Cut

To begin, thank you very much for the expertise you’ve offered on this website. It’s been educational! I’m looking for a a 1.25-1.75 carat round diamond for my fiancee. We’ve looked at a lot of different settings, and we’ve found one we like, namely http://www.debeers.com/bridal/engagement-rings/j1ex01b02p/db-classic-solitaire-ring That ring is outside our price range of $10k, but …


Q&A: Certified vs. Non-certified Diamonds

My fiance & I spent 2.5 hours at a local jeweler and while I thought he had nosebleed prices on loose stones I liked the idea of being able to see the setting in person and make sure it looks good on her finger. That said all of his settings were probably a few hundred …


Q&A: Looking for 1.5 Ct. Round Cut for WG Pave Setting

I am looking to purchase a ring including setting for between 9-10k. I’d like it to be brilliant and clean to the eye, I’d prefer something of at least 1.5 carat. Let me know our thoughts. James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology is the same as inspecting …


Q&A: Looking for Round or Cushion Cut for Total Budget of $5400

First off, your site is amazing for new diamond buyers. I feel like it’s really kept me from making a poor decision somewhere else. Ok now to the good stuff. I’m looking for a round or cushion diamond around 1 carat and I’d like to keep the whole ring under $5400. The setting I like …


Q&A: Is Platinum worth the price?

I’ve got a budget of $3500 for the ring and diamond. I’ve been looking round and have almost decided on this setting: https://www.jamesallen.com/#!/engagement-rings/pave/platinum-pave-milgrain-halo-item-8146?a_aid=dmnd1357 I read on one of your responses that you think platinum is not worth the price, can you please tell me why you think this? In terms of the diamond, I’m thinking …


Q&A: Need Help Deciding Between 2 Diamonds

I loved your website and have recommended it to all my friends. Thank you for making it! I chose a diamond based on your website and you introduced me to jamesallen.com. I am divided between two diamonds. 1. 0.70 carat https://www.jamesallen.com/#!/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.70-carat-J-color-VVS2-clarity-Very-Good-cut-sku-169888?a_aid=dmnd1357 2. 0.65 carat https://www.jamesallen.com/#!/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.65-carat-J-color-SI1-clarity-Excellent-cut-sku-184163?a_aid=dmnd1357 I have 2 questions. Will the flaw on the front …


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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