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Q&A: Help Finding a Round Brilliant for a Platinum Solitaire With Up to $10,000

By Mike Fried,

Color: I

Q&A: Help Finding a Round Brilliant for a Platinum Solitaire With Up to $10,000

Hello! I am planning to propose to my girlfriend very soon and I’ve been doing a lot of research to find the right engagement ring for her. While researching, I stumbled upon your website and have found it incredibly educational about diamonds and engagement rings! I’ve read over your Diamond Education sections and have found …





Q&A: Looking for a 3 Ct. Round Diamond With Around $30k Budget

Q&A: Looking for a 3 Ct. Round Diamond With Around $30k Budget

Hello! I am looking to purchase the below diamond from Ritani and currently have it on hold. Before I move forward I would love to get your input and also to ask you if there might be something comparable out there that you’ve seen. My original budget was $30k, but I wasn’t finding anything I …


Q&A: Help Choosing a Princess Cut Diamond With Around $7k Budget

Hey, I read your reviews all the time and I’m stuck between two nice stones. Any advice? Brilliance and sparkle are very important to me as well as having an eye-clean diamond. Please let me know your thoughts! www.briangavindiamonds.com/diamonds/diamond-details/1.358-i-vs2-princess-diamond-ags-104086010002?a_aid=y www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.44-carat-i-color-vs2-clarity-sku-3033802?a_aid=dmnd1357 Thanks! I don’t like the inclusion on the JA stone. It would be visible to …



Q&A: Help Finding a Diamond Bridal Set for Under $2,000 In Total

I’m looking for a beautiful ring, but don’t have much money. My girlfriend would like it to have small diamonds down the sides, but a large diamond in the center that doesn’t stick up too far. I am sorry for not knowing technical terms and not being very specific, but I would really appreciate help. …


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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