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Q&A: Need Help Finding ~2Ct. Radiant Cut for Halo Pave Setting

By Mike Fried,

Clarity: VVS1

Q&A: Need Help Finding ~2Ct. Radiant Cut for Halo Pave Setting

Q&A: Need Help Finding ~2Ct. Radiant Cut for Halo Pave Setting

Was recommended to your site from a friend whom you helped purchase a diamond. I was hoping you could lend some advice on a particular diamond on James Allen, and perhaps your overall insight. I am looking to buy a radiant cut (what the GF wants) in a halo setting with pauve diamonds on the …


Q&A: Looking for Round Brilliant for Solitaire Setting & $3K Budget

Hi. I am looking for a round diamond, as close to a carat that I can get, with no eye visible flaws. I am looking to spend around $3000. I have looked online and found the diamonds listed below but would like a professional opinion. Thanks. https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/H-SI1-Excellent-Cut-Round-Diamond-1515767.asp https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-VS2-Excellent-Cut-Round-Diamond-1529240.asp https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-VVS1-Excellent-Cut-Round-Diamond-1514481.asp https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-VS2-Very-Good-Cut-Round-Diamond-1533669.asp https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/H-VS1-Very-Good-Cut-Round-Diamond-1482510.asp James Allen James Allen …


Q&A: Looking for 2Ct.+ Princess or Round Cut in Australia

Q&A: Looking for 2Ct.+ Princess or Round Cut in Australia

I’m just looking to purchase a Princess Cut diamond and details below: Diamond Details Price: AU$ 30,891 Carat weight: 2.05 Cut: Good Colour: D Clarity: VVS1 Depth %: 72.5% Table %: 79% Polish: Excellent Symmetry: Very Good Girdle: Slightly Thick to Thick Culet: None Fluorescence: Medium Blue Measurements: 7.07 x 6.84 x 4.96 mm Length/width …


Q&A: Looking for Emerald Cut Ring — Modern or Classy Setting?

What do you think of these diamonds? I only know my girlfriend wants an emerald shaped diamond. https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-VS1-Very-Good-Cut-Emerald-Diamond-1525159.asp https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/H-VVS1-Very-Good-Cut-Emerald-Diamond-1521881.asp Which one would you recommend? For the setting, I asked for a price quote on this: http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151175061688788&set=a.480042588787.266782.58758548787&type=1&relevant_count=1 I asked that it be customized without diamonds on the setting. What do you think about it over all? …


Q&A: Looking for Cushion or Princess Cut for $3500 Budget

Thank you for your wonderfully informative website. I have learned so much. I need your assistance in buying an engagement ring. I like this setting https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/wedding-ring-sets/platinum-0-54ct-common-prong-brilliant-diamond-ring-set-11119p-14057p.html, and am looking for a princess cut or cushion cut diamond with a maximum price of $3,500 (closer to $3,000 would be better). Based on the guidance on your …



Q&A: Looking for Cushion Cut for Micropave Heirloom Setting

Your website is very informative, educational and helpful. Originally I looked at Blue Nile but I worried about the workmanship of the rings. I really wanted the heirloom micropave setting with a cushion or radiant diamond. Then I looked at James Allen but I was not sure if the table/depth % was good enough = …


Q&A: Looking for Asscher Cut for Platinum Solitaire Setting

I am looking for an Asscher Cut diamond for a solitaire engagement setting, most likely a simple, elegant 2mm platinum mount. I would like to be in $10k-$14k range for the stone and be out the door for less than $15k with the setting. I have spent a lot of time doing research but was …


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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