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Q&A: Help Finding a 1 Ct. Round Diamond for a Pavé Setting With Around $6-7k Budget

Last Updated On: November 11, 2017

I need assistance with finding a diamond, about 1 ct, with a budget around 6 to 7 thousand dollars. I’ve heard of hearts and arrows diamonds that different sites offer. Any suggestions? Brian Gavin is the way to go if you’re looking for the bets cut possible. If you tell me what style setting (solitaire, …

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Q&A: Choosing a Cushion Cut Diamond for a White Gold Halo Setting With Around $7k Budget

Last Updated On: November 10, 2017

Hello, I’m looking for a diamond roughly somewhere between 1.2 – 1.6 carat. In your opinion, would I get more “bang for my buck” with something in the I-H, VS2-SI1 range that is eye clear and on the top end of my carat range, OR something G-F, VVSI1-VS1 with a smaller carat weight? All other …

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Q&A: Help Choosing a Well Cut Round Brilliant With a $6-7k Budget

Last Updated On: November 10, 2017

Hi, I recently purchased a hearts and arrow diamond from James Allen but I don’t find it very sparkling after I went out compare with only a “good” cut grade diamond. I would like you get some help from you guys picking a perfect diamond for my wife. My budget is around 6k to 7k. …

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Q&A: Help finding a 2-2.5 Ct. Round Diamond for a Platinum Petite Pavé With a $20-30k Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi, I’m trying to find a diamond for an engagement ring. I have a budget of $20-30K. My girlfriend wants a round cut diamond and she has told me that she values carat size vs. the overall quality of the diamond. She wants something that looks amazing and is larger to the naked eye, but …

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Q&A: We Purchased a Diamond “On Sale”. Did We Get a Good Deal?

Last Updated On: November 10, 2017

Hello, We purchased a 3.3 Carat round diamond. VS1, J, Excellent cut for $38,000. Is this a good deal? The jeweler said that this diamond was “on sale.” I just don’t want to be ripped off. Thanks. Was that diamond GIA/AGS certified? If so, can you send me its report number so I can take …

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Q&A: Choosing a Radiant Cut Diamond for a Rose Gold Solitaire With Up to $5,000 Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

I am looking to buy a cushion or round cut diamond for a solitaire setting in rose gold. By budget is around 4k, however my wife would prefer the ring to be under 3k as she plans to wear it often and doesn’t want to be too worried about loosing it. After reading your articles …

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Q&A: Help Choosing a Round Diamond for a Halo With a $5k to $6k Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

I am looking for a brilliant cut loose diamond for a halo setting. The budget is about $5k-$6K for the loose diamond. I really want something that sparkles but won’t look “warm” in color next to the halo diamonds. Anything around a carat and a quarter? Any help would really be appreciated! Welcome back. Is …

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Q&A: Help Choosing a Cushion Cut Diamond for a Halo Setting for Under $8,000 In Total

Last Updated On: November 9, 2017

Hi! I’m looking for a cushion cut diamond for this setting from James Allen: www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/halo/14k-white-gold-round-split-band-diamond-halo-engagement-ring-item-49498?a_aid=dmnd1357 I’d like something over 1.0 carat as it’s a pretty substantial setting and spend less than $8,000. Everytime I think I’ve found the one, the expert gemologist dings it based on the crown/pavilion angles or the depth. Can you help? …

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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.