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Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for Pave Setting

By Mike Fried,

Color: H

Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for Pave Setting

I am looking at purchasing this James Allen setting in platinum: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/pave/platinum-0.32ct-french-cut-pave-diamond-engagement-ring–item-1301?a_aid=dmnd1357 With the side stones being F-G color, what is the lowest color you would recommend for the center stone? I’m looking to get the largest center stone I can with excellent cut, VS2 clarity, and the color you recommend. My budget is $6,500. …


Q&A: Looking for Cushion Cut for Halo Setting

I am looking for a cushion diamond for an engagement ring. Found this one James Allen. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.21-carat-h-color-si2-clarity-sku-187915?a_aid=dmnd1357 it would be set in a halo setting similar to this. https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/halo/18k-white-gold-pave-halo-and-shank-diamond-engagement-ring-cushion-center-item-17428?a_aid=dmnd1357 What do you think? My budget is around 4500 max for diamond. 5500 for the entire set up. I like the diamond that I viewed , …


Q&A: Looking for 1.25 Ct. Round Cut <$6K

I’m looking at a diamond from JA and would like to get your opinion on the grading and whether you feel it’s a good buy. I’ve read your insight on diamond clarity and color grades, and keeping it in mind as I search for a round cut diamond around 1.25 cts for under $6K. Thank …


Q&A: Need Help Narrowing Down Selection of 4 Stones

I’m on James Allen website right now trying to narrow down my picks. I have 4 diamonds to choose from. 2 in the 1.5 carat range and 2 in the 1.2 carat range. If it were up to you which 2 would you choose? Here are the links for the 1.5 carat stones: https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.51-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-ideal-cut-sku-178806?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.50-carat-i-color-vs1-clarity-ideal-cut-sku-73760?a_aid=dmnd1357 …


Q&A: Looking for 1.5-1.75 Ct. Cushion Cut

I am looking for looking for a cushion cut diamond for a solitaire engagement ring. I would love to stay in the 8-10k range. I am not obsessed with carat sizes, but I would like as large of a stone I can afford. I have noticed on some of the stones i have looked at, …


Q&A: Looking for Princess Cut for 3 Stone Channel Setting

Q&A: Looking for Princess Cut for 3 Stone Channel Setting

Please help me select a princess cut diamond for an engagement ring. I’m looking for a 3 stone ring (2 small side stones, and the larger center stone) and my budget for the center piece is $6000 – $6500. I’m looking for something between 1 – 1.2 carats. What specs do you recommend? James Allen …


Q&A: Looking for Round or Cushion Cut for Total Budget of $5400

First off, your site is amazing for new diamond buyers. I feel like it’s really kept me from making a poor decision somewhere else. Ok now to the good stuff. I’m looking for a round or cushion diamond around 1 carat and I’d like to keep the whole ring under $5400. The setting I like …


Q&A: Is Platinum worth the price?

I’ve got a budget of $3500 for the ring and diamond. I’ve been looking round and have almost decided on this setting: https://www.jamesallen.com/#!/engagement-rings/pave/platinum-pave-milgrain-halo-item-8146?a_aid=dmnd1357 I read on one of your responses that you think platinum is not worth the price, can you please tell me why you think this? In terms of the diamond, I’m thinking …


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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