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Q&A: Looking for the Biggest and Best Asscher Cut Diamond for $8000

By Mike Fried,

Color: G

Q&A: Looking for the Biggest and Best Asscher Cut Diamond for $8000

Hi there! Does this diamond look eye clean to you? Overall, does it look like a nice diamond? Thanks in advance:-) https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/G-SI1-Ideal-Cut-Asscher-Diamond-1238435.asp?a_aid=dmnd1357 Blue Nile Blue Nile is the largest and most well-known internet jewelry seller. They have a very large exclusive online inventory. Their high-quality images are catching up to James Allens’ and their prices …



Q&A: Looking for an Eye Clean One Carat Round Brilliant Diamond

Hi, I appreciate you sharing your expertise. Every time I think I finally know enough to really make some progress, I get overwhelmed because there are still so many choices and variables. I have picked out my setting (ArtCarved Amy 31-V228). 6-prong setting, white gold. Band has cut outs, ribbons of very small diamonds, and both …



Q&A: Buying Locally in Los Angeles vs. Buying Online

Hello Ira, First, thank you for your site. It’s proven quite helpful already. My question concerns potential vendors. I live in Los Angeles where we have a wholesale jewelry district downtown. An acquaintance, who actually picked out her own engagement ring, swears that I would be a fool to not use one of these local …



Q&A: Checking out a Stone After Purchase for Eye-Cleanliness

I like your website- I just wanted to get your opinion on this diamond. https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/G-SI2-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1249023.asp?a_aid=dmnd1357 My only worry were the crystals on the table. I contacted James Allen, and they contacted the jeweler, who they say verified that the diamond is in fact “eye clean.” Given your experiences with James Allen, what do you think? …


Q&A: Searching for the Best Cushion Cut Diamond for $3000

Greetings Ira, First, I must write that your site is a must-read for any diamond shopper! Having this wealth of information and your expertise all in one place is such a help – wish I had come across your site before I was already a month into my diamond search! I am looking for a …


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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