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Q&A: Clarity Enhancement

By Mike Fried,

Clarity: SI1

Q&A: Clarity Enhancement

Thank you so much for this website. I have been reading on it since yesterday for a few hours, and can appreciate the advice given. I am on the look-out for a loose marquise diamond. I want to build an e-ring for around 2500-3000. Any advice on which diamond to pick? Second question. According to …


Q&A: Seeking 1 Ct. Round Brilliant for Solitaire Setting

Interested in a 1 carat diamond round solitaire between 5 and 6 thousand. Can you help me find one in this price range? Thank You. 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 …


Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for 10th Anniversary Present

I am looking for a ring to celebrate my tenth wedding anniversary. This is the first time I am planning to buy a diamond. Although typical anniversary rings are beautiful, nothing beats the beauty and sparkle of the solitaire. I guess, I will go for a solitaire ring with a band. I like one of …


Q&A: Having Second Thoughts on Shane Co. Ring

Q&A: Having Second Thoughts on Shane Co. Ring

Hello, could you please find me a sparkly diamond? Would like 1ct…ish…. I loved reading your articles, but its making my head explode a bit. Ill want a solitaire w white gold band. Thanks much! James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology is the same as inspecting a …


Q&A: “My girlfriend has champagne taste for my beer budget”

I’m in the early process of shopping for an engagement ring and think jamesallen.com (especially with the updated site) is amazing. I’m trying to stay within a 8K total budget, but my girlfriend has champagne taste for my beer budget. I believe I will be getting a pave setting and notice you recommend staying above …


Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for YG Solitaire Setting

Hello, I am looking to buy a solitaire yellow gold engagement ring with a budget in the range of The wealth of information on your site has been extremely informative and has given me a rough idea what to look for. Most important would be the sparkling or brilliance of the diamond, would you be …


Q&A: Looking for 1 Ct. Cushion Cut for Pt Solitaire Setting

I’m looking for a 1 CT (no more than 1.1 CT since she has tall hands), cushion cut diamond. I’d also like a platinum solitaire setting. She says she wants the smallest, lowest profile setting that will adequately support the stone. Any advice or recommendations would be greatly appreciated! James Allen James Allen is the …


Q&A: Looking for Marquise Cut for Pendant

Sometime ago I bought a solitaire marquise ring from james allen with great help from you. Now I would like to have a pendant in the same shape. If you have the tíme to help me tell if this diamond is eye clean, it would be greatly appreciated. thanks ever so much! 🙂 I only …


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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