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Q&A: Looking for Round Cut Under $6K

By Mike Fried,

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Q&A: Looking for Round Cut Under $6K

I am a big fan of your website and have read most of the Diamond buying articles and tips. I am looking to buy a Round Brilliant diamond for under $6K. I want to get the biggest “eye-clean” diamond for my money and as such do NOT mind buying a stone with K (or better) …


Q&A: Round Cut for WG Setting

Q&A: Round Cut for WG Setting

I’m buying an engagement ring for my girlfriend and came across your site during my research. Congrats on the site, it’s great and very unique. I found a setting on jamesallen.com that I’ve decided on. https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/channel-set/18k-white-gold-engraved-channel-set-princess-and-carre-shaped-diamond-engagement-ring-item-2275?a_aid=dmnd1357 My budget is $4k, so with this setting, I’m looking for a diamond with a budget of $2,250. Neither …


Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for Pt Solitaire Setting

Hi There. I’m interested in buying a round brilliant cut diamond from James Allen. I have around $2000. In order for me to have a platinum solitaire which is around $640, that leaves me with about $1400 left for the diamond. I’m from the uk but travel to New York all the time. Can you …


Q&A: Looking for Princess Cut 1-1.2 Cts.

I am looking to purchase a loose princess cut diamond between 1-1.2 carats. My budget is 4,000-5,000. Could you suggest a a diamond with the most bang for my buck? I also have a couple designer style settings in mind. Do you recommend a place that could replicate a style I am looking for? Thanks …


Q&A: Looking for Eye-Clean Round Cut for WG Setting

I am looking for a round diamond to be set in a white gold solitaire setting (half bezel set style, if that matters). I have read the site and browsed James Allen. I understand the “eye clean” concept, but feel totally lost when trying to determine if an incusion will be visible when the stone …


Q&A: Mom Looking for Diamond for Son Set to Propose

I have learned a lot from your site, but am still not sure once I start looking at the diamonds. I am looking for something up to $6,000 just in the loose round diamond. I am looking for my son who travels a lot and doesn’t have time to research diamonds. He would like to …


Q&A: Looking for Emerald Cut for $3K Budget

I’m looking to purchase an emerald cut with solitaire mounting. I’ve visited a couple of the local jewelers and have found a couple of diamonds that fit my budget ($3000 including mounting). The first is a .88 ct, H, SI1 emerald cut with the diamond priced at $2300. The second is a .52 ct, D, …



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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