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Q&A: Choosing a .75 Ct. Round Diamond for a Platinum Comfort Ring With a $5k Total Budget

By Mike Fried,

Color: G



Q&A: Looking for a 1 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for a Solitaire With a $5k Budget

I’m looking for a 1 Ct. princess cut with a 5,000 budget. I’ve been looking at places like, Brian Gavin’s, and other online companies. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Brian Gavin is an excellent choice. He is known as one of the worlds experts when it comes to perfectly cut diamonds. BGD’s Signature diamonds …



Q&A: Choosing a Square Cushion Cut Diamond With Around $7,000 Budget

Great website. I found it very useful in researching the diamond buying process. I am looking to purchase a cushion cut diamond, around 1 carat and would like to keep the cost around $7,000 (USD). I have read your website and am thinking that the Signature series from Brian Gavin could be a good option. …



Q&A: Upgrading a Pear Shaped Diamond from James Allen

I purchased a loose diamond from James Allen 1 1/2 yr ago – Pear shaped 0.57 carat E color VS2 clarity GIA for $1500. I want to purchase a larger loose pear stone – at least 1.0 carat. I will be using the lifetime upgrade; so I must purchase at least 2x original price. I …


Q&A: Looking for a 2+ Ct. Round Brilliant for a Platinum Pavé Ring

First, thank you so much for creating this website and sharing your insightful reviews. They have been tremendously helpful. I am currently in the market for an engagement ring, and I have been gathering whatever educational information I can gather from online. After reading your review for Blue Nile and James Allen, I am definitely …


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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