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Q&A: Looking for a 1.5-1.65 Ct. Diamond for a French Pave Platinum Ring with a $11k-$14k Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi, I am looking for a round brilliant diamond for an engagement ring. I am planning to set it on a French Pave style Platinum ring. My budget for the diamond is between $11k to $14k and looking for anything above 1.5 ct. but prefer 1.65 ct. or higher. I am not sure if I want …

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Q&A: Looking for a 1.3 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for a White Gold Pave/Side Stones Setting

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Thanks for creating this awesome website. I am looking for a 1.3 ct (at least) diamond within $6000 range. My total budget is $7000. I am not able to figure out what are best combinations of cut, color & clarity within this price range. It would be really helpful if you can suggest me something. …

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Q&A: Choosing a Pair of 0.5 Ct. Total Weight Round Diamonds for Leverback Earrings with Around $1,500 Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

I’m looking for a pair of diamond earrings, preferably on a platinum or 18k white gold with lever back style. I guess 0.5 total carat weight would be about the right size for my ears. I want to use the earrings on daily basis, but I want them to still have premium quality. My budget …

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Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond for a White Gold or Platinum Setting with a $7k-8k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I am looking at a white gold 18k white gold cathedral setting from james allen for a round diamond. www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/solitaire/?a_aid=dmnd1357&chan=x I wondered if you had any thoughts on diamonds I should look at for 7-8k for this setting. I have read what I believe to be every iota on your website, and I feel informed …

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Q&A: Looking for a Perfect 1.2-1.5 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for a White Gold or Platinum Pave Setting

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

My diamond search began with Bluenile (my steady merchant) and brought me to your site. It’s been extremely informative. Awesome site! I’ve been lurking around James Allen (True Heart Cut with AGS cert) and Brian Gavin (his Signature Line) in search of that “perfect for my soon to be wife” princess cut diamond in either …

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Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond for a Platinum Pave Engagement Ring with $8k Total Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I like the look of the ring in the link below but am concerned about durability. The chat rep at James Allen tells me that it is extra strong because it is made from wire instead of cast. Do you have any advice/comments in regards to this? I know from research that platinum is typically …

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Q&A: Looking to Replace a .57 Ct. H SI2 Center Diamond in a White Gold Three-Stone Setting with $1,800 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I am looking to replace a lost center diamond from my wife’s three stone white gold ring. The lost stone was a .57 carat H SI2. We have set a budget of around $1700.00 for the new stone (willing to go to $1800.00). I have been looking at the James Allen site for .58 carat …

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Q&A: Choosing a 1.5-2.0 Ct. Cushion Cut Diamond with Around $10k – $12k Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

First off, this site has been an incredible help. I am looking for a diamond for an engagement ring and would like your assistance. I’ve been shopping and reading online for the past couple of weeks. It’s been amazing to me how many different opinions there are around this cut of diamond and how varying …

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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.