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Q&A: Help Finding a 1.7-2.10 Ct. Emerald Cut Diamond within the $10k to $15k Range for a Solitaire Ring

By Mike Fried,

Clarity: VVS1




Q&A: Choosing an Eye-Clean 1 Ct. Asscher Cut for a Platinum Halo Setting under $6k

Hello! Been learning lots from your site – really appreciate all the info! I’m looking at getting a 1ish carat asscher cut for hopefully a bit less than 6k. I know clarity is pretty important with this cut because it’s so… clear. 🙂 I’m looking at a platinum halo setting (this one: https://www.jamesallen.com/wedding-rings/classic/platinum-pave-set-engagement-ring-asscher-center-item-18468?a_aid=dmnd1357) This is the …


Q&A: Looking for a 1 Ct. Emerald Diamond For a White Gold Setting with Tapered Baguette Side Stones

Hi, I need help looking to find a emerald diamond 1 carat or above. I am close to 100% set on this side stone setting, https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/side-stones/14k-white-gold-tapered-baguette-diamond-engagement-ring-item-7101?a_aid=dmnd1357. I am looking to spend at most 6,000-6,500. The setting i’m interested in is 1,200, so I have around 5,000 for the diamond. 1 carat would be the smallest …



Q&A: Looking for a 1.5 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond Under $9k

Hi. I have been looking for a diamond for about a year in preparation and the time is finally upon me. I have two questions concerning princess cuts. I want a stone in the 1.5 range but I want to stay under $9000 for the stone and I still want an great cut. Is going …


Q&A: Choosing a 0.4-0.6 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond with a Total Budget of $1700

Hi! I’m looking to purchase a wedding ring total for under $1700 (grad school budget), including diamond/setting. I found two settings I love from Shane Co. (http://www.shaneco.com/Jewelry-Catalog/Product-Detail.aspx?X=41001373) and (http://www.shaneco.com/Jewelry-Catalog/Product-Detail.aspx?X=41058215), and I’d like a diamond of at least .4 CTs, but no larger than .6 CTs. I was looking through the Shane Co diamond inventory and …


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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