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Q&A: Looking for Round or Princess for Sidestone Setting

By Mike Fried,

Color: G

Q&A: Looking for Round or Princess for Sidestone Setting

I have been looking at engagement rings for over a year now and keep putting holds and then second guessing.I even bought a few and returned. i just want to find the perfect one. I can do around $2,500 for just the diamond and maybe up to $3,000. looking for a princess cut or round. …


Q&A: Looking for Round Diamond for WG/Pt Solitaire Setting

I decided to take ask my girlfriend of 4 years to marry me on our next vacation during christmas. We’ll be traveling to Argentina, and I thought it would be a romantic place to pop the question. I’m not into jewelry and have never really worn any, so i’d like to thank you for your …


Q&A: Looking for Round Diamond for Danhov Solitaire Bezel Setting

Hi T.A.D. — I am looking to buy a round diamond and have a jeweler set the stone in a Danhov petite solitaire bezel setting (LE100). The general specs I’m looking at are 1.3-1.4 carats, G or maybe even F color, VS1 or maybe even VVS2 clarity, triple Ex cut, no culet, perhaps no or …



Q&A: Looking for Princess Cut for Solitaire Setting & $6K Budget

Hi, I’m looking for a princess cut diamond for an engagement ring. My budget is up to a max of ~$6000 for the stone and setting. Any recommendations/suggestions? James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology is the same as inspecting a diamond with a jeweler’s loupe. They have …


Q&A: Seeking 1.25-1.5 Ct. Princess Cut

I would like your opinion on this diamond and if you think I can find a better option for the money? I can put up to 1.5 ct in the setting I like. It is $8120 Shape: Princess Carat Weight: 1.25 Cut: Excellent Color: G Clarity: VS2 Certificate: GIA Depth: 73.3% Table: 69.0% Polish: Excellent …


Q&A: In Search of Princess Cut on JA for Pave Setting

Q: I, like the rest of the people on your website, am about to pull the trigger on an engagement ring. Your website is full of useful tidbits to help even the most inexperienced diamond buyer and the help you provide is very much appreciated. Here is my question for you: I am pretty set on …


Q&A: Need Help Finding ~2Ct. Radiant Cut for Halo Pave Setting

Q&A: Need Help Finding ~2Ct. Radiant Cut for Halo Pave Setting

Was recommended to your site from a friend whom you helped purchase a diamond. I was hoping you could lend some advice on a particular diamond on James Allen, and perhaps your overall insight. I am looking to buy a radiant cut (what the GF wants) in a halo setting with pauve diamonds on the …


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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