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Q&A: Question about Table % on 1 Ct. Round Cut

By Mike Fried,

Color: I

Q&A: Question about Table % on 1 Ct. Round Cut

Hello, your website is so great. I learned a lot from you. What do you think of this diamond? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.00-carat-i-color-si2-clarity-sku-183639?a_aid=dmnd1357 Why do you think the price is low? Is it because of the 60% table? What counts as an ideal cut on these websites? I thought it was 52.4% to 57.5% table. Do you think …


Q&A: Looking for Asscher Cut for $5-7K Budget

I am looking for an Asscher Cut Diamond, and my budget (for the diamond) is approximately 5-7k. I’d like something in the 1.2-1.3 ct range (if possible) and I was wondering if you could maybe link me to any good deals. I’ve been looking at James Allen, and I found this diamond: https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/asscher-cut/1.23-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-184585?a_aid=dmnd1357 It has a …


Q&A: Looking for 1.2 Ct. Round Cut for WG Channel Setting

Thank you for the website, as someone who is very analytical I tend to open every door possible when searching for big purchases. Your website was very helpful in educating me know what to look for when it comes to diamonds. I feel like I am ready to finalize this search and have a few …


Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for $10-12K Budget

First of all I’d like to thank you for your wonderfully informative website. I am looking to buy a round diamond for a solitaire setting. My requirements are simple, I’d like it to be as big and sparkly as possible, while maintaining “eye-clean” status. My budget is about $10,000 to $12,000 USD for the diamond. …


Q&A: Looking for 1.5 Ct. Oval Cut for Solitaire Setting

Great website, thank you for putting together this resource! I am finally looking to purchase an engagement ring for my girlfriend of 3 years and propose at the beginning of February on a trip to Miami.! The diamond will be on a solitaire setting, on white gold, size 6 ring finger. Onto the diamond itself. …


Q&A: Is a Princess Cut Prone to Chipping?

Just exactly how prone to chipping is a princess cut diamond? Is the chipping problem pretty much also an issue with marquis and pears? My girlfriend likes the princess cut, pear or marquis vs. a round brilliant, but I’m wary of buying her something that could lead to her eventual heartache if it were to …


Q&A: Need 2nd Opinion on 1.7 Ct. Round-cut

I just purchased this diamond from James Allen: https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.70-carat-i-color-vs1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-183558 I was wondering if you could give me your honest review on this. I am putting it into a solitaire setting most likely in white gold of platinum. I am wondering if the brilliance will be what I want it to be. I found your website very …


Q&A: Looking for 0.75 Ct. Princess Cut

Please assist in finding a good value 0.75ct Princess Cut diamond. My original diamond budget was $3000, but I’m starting to think I can save more. The James Allen rep has pushed a $2800 rock, but I think I can go lower. Here are some diamonds I’ve been looking at: 1. JA rep recommended $2830 …


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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