We are reader-supported. Buying through any red colored link on our site may earn us commissions. Learn More.

Q&A: Help Finding a 2 Ct. Round Diamond for Around $12k Budget

By Mike Fried,

Clarity: VVS1

Q&A: Help Finding a 2 Ct. Round Diamond for Around $12k Budget

Q&A: Help Finding a 2 Ct. Round Diamond for Around $12k Budget

Looking for a 1.85 carat or larger round diamond. Setting will be solitaire platinum 6 prong. 12k budget. My limited research and experience seems to lead me to James Allen since I can see the diamonds. I have found diamonds that are ideal cut, 1.85 carat, J color, vvs2 clarity for around 12k. I am …



Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond for Around $5,500 Budget

I am looking for a solitaire 1.5-2.0 carat round cut diamond. Which one would you recommend for most value? I’d be happy to make some recommendations for you, but I need a little more info. Can you give me your ballpark figure of what you’re planning to spend? Then I’ll be able to help you …



Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Ring with Around $4k Budget

Hi there, hope you guys are well. My fiancee and I have been looking at purchasing a three-stone ring from James Allen. The two diamonds we are currently considering are: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.90-carat-k-color-vs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2338731?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.90-carat-k-color-vs1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2117731?a_aid=dmnd1357 This is the setting she really likes: www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/three-stone/18k-yellow-gold-marquise-shape-three-stone-ring-item-59191?a_aid=dmnd1357 It would be great to get your thoughts on the two diamonds and any advice …


SGM Image

Q&A: Choosing a 1 Ct. Center Round Diamond for a Tiffany Style Setting

Hi, I’m looking for an eye-clean 1 carat round diamond set in something similar to “the Tiffany setting” such as James Allen’s platinum trellis engagement ring knife edge setting. I have an all in budget, including any duty/taxes and delivery, of around £6000 (I’m from the UK). Ideally I would like the diamond to be …


Q&A: Choosing a 1 Ct. Asscher Cut Diamond for a White Gold Pavé Setting

Hi Diamond Pro, I love the insights on your site! I’m on the hunt for an Asscher cut diamond around one carat in the $4500-5000 price range. I found a couple on James Allen that I think look nice but am not too confident in one or the other: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/asscher-cut/1.04-carat-i-color-vs1-clarity-sku-1028159?a_aid=dmnd1357 www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/asscher-cut/1.01-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-1006147?a_aid=dmnd1357 Any advice on those …


Q&A: Help Finding an Engagement Ring With a $1000 Budget

I am a college student who is graduating in May. I am debating proposing before then. I am on a limited college student type budget. I am not sure if you work with people in this demographic but I don’t know anything much about diamonds or wedding bands. I found you through Art of Charm …


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.

Please enter your email address to receive your 25% off coupon code:

Here is your coupon code: GFDSF3GF

Diamond Pro

Diamond Pro

  • Unfortunately, the AI chat we worked so hard training is not helping our readers the way we would like. You deserve the best advice you can get.

    Would you like to contact a human diamond pro? Just fill out this email form and we will answer you ASAP (usually within one day).

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.