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Q&A: Princess Cut for under $3600

By Mike Fried,

Color: H

Q&A: Princess Cut for under $3600

Thank you so much for kindly offering your expertise! I was wondering if you could help me with a diamond recommendation, as I feel pretty lost in the process I am looking for a Princess cut diamond, 0.95-1.05 carat, and am hoping to find the best diamond for my budget of under $3600. I really …


Q&A: Cushion Cut 1.2-1.5 Cts.

Thanks so much for all of your helpful information on this website! I am looking for the best value for a cushion cut between 1.2-1.5 ct, a l/w ratio closer to 1 (square), a beautiful cut between $4000-$6000. I have been looking at James Allen and have found some good stones, just would like your …


Q&A: Cushion Cut Diamond Ring for $3K Budget

Q&A: Cushion Cut Diamond Ring for $3K Budget

First I would like to say thank you for your website. It is very much informative and saved me from going to Zales to shop. I was wondering if you can give me some advice on the diamonds I am looking at on the James Allen website. I am still deciding between a princess or …



Q&A: Need 2nd Opinon on 1.5 Ct. Round Cut

Hey I’m thinking of buying this diamond https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.51-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-62846?a_aid=dmnd1357. The plan is to pair it with https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/three-stone/platinum-three-stone-pear-and-pave-set-diamond-engagement-ring-item-1442?a_aid=dmnd1357. Can you recommend a better diamond for this price/better value or do you think it is good? I’m looking for maximum brilliance, no visible faults, at color G and 1.5 carat minimum. James Allen James Allen is the leader …


Q&A: 1 Ct. Princess Cut for Solitaire Setting

I am new to your site but from what I have seen so far your answers have been very helpful. My question is what price should I pay or stay around for a 1 ct ideal cut Princess cut diamond G/H color SI1/SI2 clarity with an GIA/AGS cert and 1 with EGL/IGI cert? Also what …


Q&A: Looking for Help to Narrow Down My Choices…

Hey there! I’ve just become aware of your site, and am eternally grateful for the information I’ve come across here. I am looking at the following two settings for an engagement ring: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/pave/14k-white-gold-0.52ct-three-row-pave-set-rounded-diamond-engagement-ring-item-1497?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/pave/18k-white-gold-pave-set-four-prong-diamond-engagement-ring-item-1801?a_aid=dmnd1357 The three-row pave set allows for either a round, or princess cut stone, and thus my question has a few layers …


Q&A: Looking for Square “Chunky” Cushion Cut

Q&A: Looking for Square “Chunky” Cushion Cut

I’m trying to get a cushion cut .97-1.06 stone. My goal price would be around 5k, and from what i can gather she’d prefer the “chunky” type. Colorless seems to also be a big concern, as is having it be near-square. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! James Allen James Allen is the leader …


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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