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Q&A: Looking for 1 Ct. Round Cut for $8K Budget

By Mike Fried,

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Q&A: Looking for 1 Ct. Round Cut for $8K Budget

I already feel like I have learned so much from your site that it feels rude to be asking for your time to give me more advice. I’ve been searching for what feels like eternity for the perfect diamond for my, hopefully not for long, girlfriend. I’m from the UK and initially I was skeptical …


Q&A: Cushion Cut 1.2-1.5 Cts.

Thanks so much for all of your helpful information on this website! I am looking for the best value for a cushion cut between 1.2-1.5 ct, a l/w ratio closer to 1 (square), a beautiful cut between $4000-$6000. I have been looking at James Allen and have found some good stones, just would like your …


Q&A: $7.5-10K Budget…Not sure of Shape…

A friend recommended your site and I’ve just spent 2 hours reading most pages. Your advice is great and really helpful. Before coming across your site I knew nothing about diamonds and my knowledge is still tiny. I am going to propose in the next few months and would like a beautiful engagement ring. I …


Q&A: Cushion Cut Diamond Ring for $3K Budget

Q&A: Cushion Cut Diamond Ring for $3K Budget

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 …


Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for $3K Budget

Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for $3K Budget

My budget is ~$3000. I’m leaning towards a princess cut. I’m going cross-eyed looking at some of these diamond photos. Some flaws are quite obvious, but some others, I’m not so sure. Any help would be appreciated. James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology is the same as …


Q&A: Need Help Picking 1 Ct. Princess Cut

i am in the process of looking into purchasing an engagement ring and i have found your website to be extremely helpful. I think i have found the diamond that suits everything i am looking for, however, i wanted to get your opinion. I found this diamond on James Allen website for a cost of …


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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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