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Q&A: Looking for a 1 Ct. Oval-Shaped Diamond

By Mike Fried,

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Q&A: Looking for a 1 Ct. Oval-Shaped Diamond

Hello, I am searching for an oval diamond ring and stumbled across your website. I know it is very difficult to assess oval cuts so I wanted to ask you guys for your opinion. I have linked an oval diamond below this message from James Allen and wanted to ask what you guys thought of …


Q&A: Choosing a Round Brilliant for a Platinum Ring

Hello, I have read nearly all of your articles about diamonds, and loved them. Thank you for all the info and help! I was wondering if you could check out these diamonds that I am looking at. I am looking for below 1 carat (she has tiny fingers) so I am trying to prioritize cut, …




Q&A: Looking for a Marquise Cut Diamond Within a $4k Total Budget

Hi. Thanks for the blog/website. Very informative. As anyone, I want to get the best possible ring for my girlfriend. I am very interested in a marquise cut – I love the style and uniqueness and think it will look great on her finger. She is a smaller size, like 5.5 or maybe 6. I …



Q&A: Experience Shopping for Diamond Studs on a $3k Budget

Send me the Blue Nile coupon, please! Hello there, I’m happy to send you this unique coupon code that gives you $50 off: [contact us for your own unique coupon code] Let me know if you need any help with the search. Thank you so much for sending the coupon. This will be my first …


Q&A: Experience Shopping for a 3 Ct. Oval Diamond on a $40k Budget

I am looking to upgrade to a 3-4 carat oval. Budget is around $40k. I will set it in white gold, not sure about a halo. Budget can be increased but would prefer not to. I found these two diamonds to be beautiful options for your upgrade: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/oval-cut/3.08-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-sku-3754785?a_aid=dmnd1357 Blue Nile LD09734401 Both are eye-clean, with …


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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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