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Q&A: Choosing a Fantastically Cut Round Diamond for a Pave Setting Within a $10k-$20k Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hello I am new to all of this but my idea is a colorless diamond that’s 1.5-1.75 carats. I just want it to look expensive without it actually breaking the bank. I do love the round cut I was hoping to get assistance on which diamond is best to use for my ring from Blue Nile. …

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Q&A: Choosing a Center Stone for a Petite Pave Setting With Up to £2400 Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi, I’m looking to buy a white gold pave engagement ring. I’ve been looking on the Blue Nile site. The top of my budget is £2400 for the diamond. have found the attached: Blue Nile LD09371582 Blue Nile LD09203320 Blue Nile LD10040032 This is the setting we were thinking about to go with the diamond …

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Q&A: Choosing a Round Cut Diamond for a Yellow Gold Pave Setting With Up to $1500 Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi there! I have to thank you – the website is very helpful in such a confusing and important purchase. I am planning to buy a yellow gold ring in a diamond budget of $1550 (not including the ring). I saw this one online and would like to know your opinion on it: Blue Nile …

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Q&A: Looking for an Oval-Shaped Diamond for a Yellow Gold Pave Setting Within a $25k Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

I am looking for an oval cut diamond (2+ carat) and would like some advice on sourcing. Can you also tell me what your approximate budget is? Then I’ll be happy to send you my suggestion. I would like to stay below $25,000 for the diamond. I plan on setting the diamond in a 14k …

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Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond for Around $13k Budget

Last Updated On: October 9, 2018

Looking for help selecting a diamond from James Allen. I have found the setting (PLATINUM PETITE PAVE CROWN DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING ) now looking to pick the best diamond to fill it and struggling. My budget for the diamond is $12-13k. Looking for at least G, 1.4+ct, excellent cut, GIA, little to no fluorescence, SI1+. …

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Q&A: Looking for an Oval-Shaped Diamond for a Rose Gold Setting Within a $4,000 Budget

Last Updated On: September 27, 2018

Hi, I am looking for some help picking out an oval diamond to put into a rose gold setting. I have read a lot of information on your website and others about the bow tie effect. It is a major concern of mine when picking out an oval diamond. I found some oval diamonds listed …

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Q&A: Looking for a Round Diamond for a Halo Setting Within a $6,700 Budget

Last Updated On: September 27, 2018

I have been looking for diamonds on James Allen and came across one in the link below. I think it’s a good deal all things considered. It’s graded by the IGI lab, which I understand isn’t the best. Was seeing if you could take a look and let me know your thoughts. Thanks! www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.03-carat-g-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-3388264?a_aid=dmnd1357 Yes, …

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Q&A: Help Finding The Best Diamond for Around $350 Budget

Last Updated On: September 27, 2018

I am looking for a diamond for $250-350. Can you also tell me what style of setting (solitaire, pave or other), metal (white or yellow gold) and shape of diamond you’re looking for? Then I’ll be happy to send you my suggestion. No specific setting, I want the most valuable piece for my money whether …

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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.