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Q&A: Looking for Diamond with Pizazz for College Graduation Present

By Mike Fried,

Color: G

Q&A: Looking for Diamond with Pizazz for College Graduation Present

Q&A: Looking for Diamond with Pizazz for College Graduation Present

I just want to say, first of all, that your website is fantastic and very informative. I’ve learned a lot from browsing the articles and Q and A sections. I am hoping you would be able to give me some advice. I am probably unlike many of your consultations in that I am not purchasing …


Q&A: Princess Diamond for Side Stone Setting and $2K Budget

I was hoping you could help me choose the right center diamond for the setting I have selected. The setting is from James Allen pictured here: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/settings-with-sidestones/ring/item_58-4079_design.asp?module=setting My girlfriend has very slim fingers and does not want a diamond that is too large, so since the 2 side stones together are .34 carats, I was …


Q&A: Ideal Cut Round Diamond for $1500 Budget

I will soon be purchasing an engagement ring. Soon, as in the next week or so. I’ve been researching and learning for months though, through bluenile.com, jamesallen.com, and your wonderful website. I feel like a bit of an expert now, but thought I would solicit your advice before I make the final decision. I finally …


Q&A: Setting Compatibility and Solitaire Diamond

Let me begin by saying thank you for the informative website you have put together. As a first time buyer of a diamond, I had a lot of questions. The answers to most of my questions were found on your website. It’s hard to find a website this detailed, so again, thank you. To give …


Q&A: Mom Helping her Son find a Princess Cut for $3500

Ira – I would greatly appreciate your help as we are in a bit of a bind. My son is in the process of buying an engagement ring. The setting is a Tacori Model 2620PRSMPWG which includes Setting Type: Pave Set Total Carat Weight: .29 Color: G Clarity: VS The setting has been special ordered …


Q&A: Eye Clean Diamond for $8-9K Budget

First, thank you so much for writing so many informative articles on your website. They’ve really helped me narrow down what I want for an engagement ring. I was wondering if you have any suggestions for a princess cut diamond not including the price of the ring in the $8,000 to $9,000 range (preferably on …


Q&A: Looking for Asscher Cut 1.2-1.5 Carat Diamond

Please help me chose an asscher stone 1.2-1.5 carets in the price range up to 6,200.00 not including the setting. I am 99% sure on the six brilliant diamond engagement ring in 18kt or platinum. Thanks for your help. I love your site and all the things I (think) I learned. I did pick out …


Q&A: In Search of Princess Cut Diamond for $3-5K Budget

Hi, I’m just starting to research buying an engagement ring and I came across your site (and james allen as well). Your advice would be really appreciated. I’d like a princess cut diamond in a tension setting. The one I like on the James Allen site has 2 corners of the diamond free. Is this …


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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