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Q&A: Looking for 1.2 Ct. Round Cut for WG Channel Setting

By Mike Fried,

Clarity: SI1

Q&A: Looking for 1.2 Ct. Round Cut for WG Channel Setting

Thank you for the website, as someone who is very analytical I tend to open every door possible when searching for big purchases. Your website was very helpful in educating me know what to look for when it comes to diamonds. I feel like I am ready to finalize this search and have a few …


Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for $500-700 Budget

I’m looking for a round diamond that looks good. I don’t know anything much about them. My price range is between 500-700 I know that I’ll probably be around 1/3 carat. The bigger the better…thanks for your input. I appreciate it. James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology …


Q&A: Looking for Help to Find Heart-Cut Diamond

I am looking for a heart cut between 1.5 to 2 Ct. I found a few on JA following your tips. Here’s the one I’m considering: https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/heart-shaped/1.50-carat-h-color-si1-clarity-sku-187595 Any help would be appreciated. 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 …


Q&A: Looking for Replacement Diamond for $3500 Budget

I am looking to replace about a 33 point diamond in my wife’s ring with something bigger. It’s a solitaire gold setting so from what I read here K color should be adequate? I don’t want to spend more than 3500 but less would make it easier to get something additional. What do you think …


Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for Tiffany-Style Setting

Firstly, thank you so much for your insight and reviews – I have to agree with others that this site has been by far the most useful out there! I am looking for an engagement ring and know that my fiancee loves the Tiffany Setting – 6 prong, round-cut style solitaire rings, however I simply …


Q&A: Looking for Emerald Cut Diamonds for 3 Stone Setting

Q&A: Looking for Emerald Cut Diamonds for 3 Stone Setting

I’ve been having great lunchtime fun internet-browsing for a replacement wedding ring which I lost earlier this year. I stumbled onto your website a couple of months ago & I’m hooked! It’s so informative & I love reading the stories of how you help folks find their perfect diamond… except that all the recent stories …


Q&A: Looking for Eye-Clean Round Cut for $4500 Budget

First, I would just like to say thanks for all of the great information on your website. I appreciate that you believe in educating the consumer and giving people the ability to get the most for their money. I have read through most of your info and I agree with not spending extra money on …


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

I loved the video on EGL vs GIA. I learned a lot more there than from hours of research and talking with friends who have already purchased engagement rings. My time is approaching and I have thought about going to a diamond dealer in either SF or Chicago where friends have bought diamonds with settings …


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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