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Q&A: Need Help with 1/2 Ct. Princess Cut

By Mike Fried,

Clarity: VVS1

Q&A: Need Help with 1/2 Ct. Princess Cut

I have chosen 3 stones and would like your opinion. I have included the links. All the stones are from JamesAllen. The .45 was an option because of the low price. Thanks for your help. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/0.45-carat-h-color-vvs2-clarity-sku-215133?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/0.49-carat-g-color-vvs1-clarity-sku-187602?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/0.51-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-214100?a_aid=dmnd1357 James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology is the same …


Q&A: Looking for 1 Ct. Princess Cut for $6K

Q&A: Looking for 1 Ct. Princess Cut for $6K

Good afternoon. I would like to start off by saying thank you for offering such a great service. I happened to stumble upon your site out of pure luck. I have been looking for a diamond /engagement ring for a couple months now, but seems that I have gotten no where with my search. I …


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Hope you are well. I have started researching diamonds and have my eye set on picking out an emerald cut to set in a simple solitaire. I have picked a few from james allen and was hoping to get your thoughts, which one you believe to be best bang for buck, and if there are …


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Please take a look at this link. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/oval-cut/1.05-carat-f-color-vvs1-clarity-sku-212431?a_aid=dmnd1357 I like everything about this diamond except for its medium blue florescence. How can I get comfort that this will not be hazy? 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 …


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First I would like to say thank you for your website. It is very much informative and saved me from going to Zales to shop. I was wondering if you can give me some advice on the diamonds I am looking at on the James Allen website. I am still deciding between a princess or …


Q&A: 1 Ct. Princess Cut for Solitaire Setting

I am new to your site but from what I have seen so far your answers have been very helpful. My question is what price should I pay or stay around for a 1 ct ideal cut Princess cut diamond G/H color SI1/SI2 clarity with an GIA/AGS cert and 1 with EGL/IGI cert? Also what …


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Hello, I recently found this site through searching on the internet. I am very impressed with all of the information. I am planning on proposing soon and doing some research on what to purchase. A couple of questions, and I really appreciate your input…. I am drawn to asscher cut. I really think my gf …


Q&A: 2nd Opinion on Two Stones

Hello, your website has been my go-to diamond resource, thank you! I’m torn between two diamonds at James Allen and your experienced opinion will assist greatly. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.50-carat-g-color-vs1-clarity-sku-204967?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.36-carat-g-color-vvs2-clarity-sku-196648?a_aid=dmnd1357 One ring is slightly larger while the other is of better quality and they are within $1,000. Which, in your opinion represents the best value for that …


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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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