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Q&A: Looking for Oval Cut for $5K Budget

By Mike Fried,

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Q&A: Looking for Oval Cut for $5K Budget

Hi, I wrote a while back and I’ve narrowed it down since then. I’d like to get a small oval diamond ring, and would like your feedback. First, diamond size. My girlfriend has small fingers – her ring size is 3.75 – so I’m happy to get a small diamond – I was thinking .6 …


Q&A: Second Opinion on Purchased Diamond Studs

i just purchased a pair of 1.2tcw, H color, VSI2 diamond studs set in 18K white gold standard setting for $4560 at an Off Saks Outlet store. I have since discovered your website which is great. I am obsessing on whether I got a good pair of studs. The original price was $8900…which is obviously …


Q&A: Looking to Replace Pear Shape Diamond Ring

My wife’s diamond pear cut engagement ring was lost a few years ago and I am looking into replacing it. I am thinking of a platinum setting with 2 small pear shaped diamonds on each side of a main stone. I read your comments on color/clarity and I looked at the stones on James Allen …


Q&A: Looking for Eye-clean 1 Ct. Round Cut

Thanks for all the wonderful information on your site. I read your BN vs JA review and although JA has the advantage of actual diamond being pictured, their selection is rather limited. Plus, BN has more discounts as well. Here’s my budget and preferences and I could only find one that I think is eye …


Q&A: Looking to Upgrade from 0.5 Ct. to 1.2 Ct.

Just to say your honest opinions below are really useful. It’s amazing how easily you can be ripped off by jewellers. I am about to purchase a 1.2 carat stone. From my reserach so far I think I understand that the kind of characteristics that I should look for in a good 1.2 carat diamond …


Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for 10th Anniversary Present

I am looking for a ring to celebrate my tenth wedding anniversary. This is the first time I am planning to buy a diamond. Although typical anniversary rings are beautiful, nothing beats the beauty and sparkle of the solitaire. I guess, I will go for a solitaire ring with a band. I like one of …


Q&A: Looking for 1.5 Ct. Oval Cut for Solitaire Setting

Great website, thank you for putting together this resource! I am finally looking to purchase an engagement ring for my girlfriend of 3 years and propose at the beginning of February on a trip to Miami.! The diamond will be on a solitaire setting, on white gold, size 6 ring finger. Onto the diamond itself. …


Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for Tiffany-Style Setting

Firstly, thank you so much for your insight and reviews – I have to agree with others that this site has been by far the most useful out there! I am looking for an engagement ring and know that my fiancee loves the Tiffany Setting – 6 prong, round-cut style solitaire rings, however I simply …


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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