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Q&A: Looking for an Oval-Shaped Diamond Within a $3k Budget

By Mike Fried,

Color: H

Q&A: Looking for an Oval-Shaped Diamond Within a $3k Budget

Hello! What are your recommended parameters for an oval diamond in regards to cut, color, clarity, diamond table %, etc. Will most likely be looking for .70 to 1.0 carat and in the $3,000 range (or less if possible). I really just want it to look high quality to the naked eye, but not go …


Q&A: Choosing a Cushion Cut Diamond With Up to $8,000 Total Budget

Hi I am in the market for a cushion cut diamond for an engagement right. I am trying to stick around the $8k range for a ring. Thank you so much for your help! Look at this one: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.30-carat-h-color-vvs1-clarity-sku-3632506?a_aid=dmnd1357 It has great specs and will be very brilliant. What do you think? Thanks for the …


Q&A: Looking for a 1.50 – 1.70 Ct. Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Petite Crown Pave Setting

Q&A: Looking for a 1.50 – 1.70 Ct. Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Petite Crown Pave Setting

Is this a good diamond to purchase from James Allen? www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.72-carat-i-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-4333909?a_aid=dmnd1357 The diamond you selected is great, it’s eye-clean and has nice overall specs. Can you just tell me what style setting you’re using? Different settings suit different diamond colors better. Thanks for the quick follow up and advice. I’m looking at doing the 14K …





Q&A: Help Finding a 0.50 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond

Hello, thank you for such an informative site. I’m looking at three diamonds. If you can please provide me your opinion to pick one. I will be very grateful. If you can suggest some other diamond, I will highly appreciate that too. I want to make her 0.50 carat engagement ring. I have posted the …


Q&A: Looking for a Round Diamond for a Halo Setting for Under $5k Budget

I need advice on the right type of diamond to purchase for a halo ring setting (ring size 7). Looking at 1 to 2 carats total weight. My budget preference would be under $5000. Are you looking for a round cut diamond? Also, what metal (yellow/white gold, platinum) should be the setting in? First choice …


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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