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Q&A: Asking for a Second Opinion on a 1.23 Ct. H, VS2 Princess Cut Diamond

By Mike Fried,

Color: H

Q&A: Asking for a Second Opinion on a 1.23 Ct. H, VS2 Princess Cut Diamond

1. About $6000 for diamond, $1000 for setting 2. Platinum 3. Princess cut diamond set in a diamond band Hi, I am planning on proposing to my girlfriend in the next month and generally know what type of diamond I want (1-1.25 carats, H color, VS2 or better, Ideal cut). Would this diamond from James Allen …


Q&A: Choosing a 1 Ct. Round Diamond for a White Gold Solitaire Setting with for Around $5k Budget

Great website, hope I read it carefully enough! Just found this stone and wonder if you think it´s a good deal: https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.00-carat-j-color-vvs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-246400?a_aid=dmnd1357 My budget is around 5000 $, it will be a classic 6-prong solitaire setting in white gold. Other options: https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.06-carat-j-color-vvs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-135175?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.01-carat-j-color-vs1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-148118?a_aid=dmnd1357 My alternative is to stick to 0.7-0.8 carat and get a true …




Q&A: Choosing a 1.2 Ct. Diamond for a White Gold Pave Setting

My BF and I are looking for the best value we can get for a round cut diamond around 1.2ct. It will be in a 14k white gold pave ring like this: http://gabrielny.com/amavida/style/ER7432W44JJ I found these 2 that seem like they would be eye clean. What do you think? Also, will a J color stone …


Q&A: Deciding Between the Round and the Cushion Cut for a Platinum Engagement Ring Within a $10k Budget

I love this setting, but have been leaning towards a cushion cut. Do you think it would look better with a round or cushion? https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/solitaire/platinum-diamond-accented-sculpted-designer-engagement-ring-item-8020?a_aid=dmnd1357 Budget is approx. $10,000.    I love this diamond for you: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.51-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-sku-250057?a_aid=dmnd1357 Its bright, eye-clean and a great value. What do you think?     It is very nice, but I …



Q&A: Choosing Round Diamonds for a Three-Stone Platinum Setting for a ~10K Budget

Q&A: Choosing Round Diamonds for a Three-Stone Platinum Setting for a ~10K Budget

Thanks very much for the informative site. I have sworn for years that I would never support the De Beers diamond artificially-constrained-supply business model by purchasing diamonds. After nineteen years of marriage, though, and after she’s put up with 1,000 of my principled stands over the years, my wife wants a nice diamond ring and …


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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