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Q&A: Looking for Asscher Cut for $6K Budget

By Mike Fried,

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Q&A: Looking for Asscher Cut for $6K Budget

My boyfriend and I have been dating long enough that we are jointly looking for an engagement ring. I think we have decided on this setting from Danhov (http://www.danhov.com/engagement/danhov-classico-single-shank-engagement-ring-cl138.html), in either the platinum or white gold. Our maximum budget is 8K, so we are looking for a stone that is no more than 6K. Could …


Q&A: Looking for Cushion Cut for $10-12K Budget

I’m looking for a cushion cut diamond 1.6-1.7 Ct for a halo and pave setting in white 18K gold setting. My budget for the stone is 10,000-12,000 and I want to ensure that I get a good value as well as a great stone. I’ve been looking at James Allen and came across these 2 …


Q&A: 2nd Opinion on 1.1 Ct. Princess Cut

I am so happy I found your site and have been pouring over your articles to learn more about maximizing my dollar in purchasing a ring for my soon to be fiance. Thank you so much for putting your knowledge out there to help us make informed decisions when purchasing diamonds/rings! I am searching for …


Q&A: Cushion Cut for $6-7K Budget

First off, I want to say thank you for creating this website. It is truly awesome!! I am interested in a cushion cut diamond in a halo setting. I want the finished product to look like a photo uploaded to your site’s ring gallery (link below). https://www.diamonds.pro/ring-gallery/cushion-cut-diamond-with-halo-setting/ My budget is approximately $8K total. Assuming $2500 …


Q&A: Diamond for 3 Stone WG Setting

I absolutely love your site and I really want to thank you for taking the time to help some of us clueless guys out! Can I get some advice on purchasing a center diamond for this ring? https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/three-stone/18k-white-gold-three-stone-princess-and-pave-set-diamond-engagement-ring-item-1668?a_aid=dmnd1357 My budget is roughly $4500 (including the ring itself) so I know I don’t have a whole …


Q&A: Princess or Round for Halo Pave Setting

Q&A: Princess or Round for Halo Pave Setting

Hello! I’m at the very beginning stages of purchasing a diamond engagement ring for my girlfriend and came across this website while trying to educate myself. I’m hopeful you can help! She has semi-wide fingers around 7-7.5 size ring finger so don’t want it to be too tiny. She really liked the halo princess cut …


Q&A: “It’s crazy how much info…goes into such a tiny rock…”

Hey guys, I really enjoy watching your videos and checking out your site! There is so much info, its crazy how much information and research goes into such a tiny rock. I am looking for a Round Cut, I/H Color, SI2/SI1 with the best cut possible. I would like to keep it around the 5000 …


Q&A: Looking for Princess Cut for Channel Setting

I’ve been very impressed with your site’s educational materials and the Q&A section. I’ve been looking for a princess cut diamond to go with this setting with a budget of $2500. https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/channel-set/platinum-channel-set-princess-shaped-diamond-engagement-ring-item-1521?a_aid=dmnd1357 Its been my goal to maximize the surface area of the diamond, since from what I understand that’s what makes the diamond appear …


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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