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Q&A: Help Finding a Round Brilliant for a Rose Gold Solitaire

By Mike Fried,

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Q&A: Help Finding a Round Brilliant for a Rose Gold Solitaire

Hello, and thank you in advance for considering my request! I’m looking to find a round diamond in the 0.3 – 0.4 carat range, with the idea of setting it as a solitaire in a rose gold ring. First, what color stone do you recommend to go with rose gold? Elsewhere on the site you …



Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond for Around $5,500 Budget

I am looking for a solitaire 1.5-2.0 carat round cut diamond. Which one would you recommend for most value? I’d be happy to make some recommendations for you, but I need a little more info. Can you give me your ballpark figure of what you’re planning to spend? Then I’ll be able to help you …


Q&A: Looking for a Diamond Ring from James Allen With a $2,500 Total Budget

I’m considering buying this engagement ring from James Allen: www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/three-stone/18k-white-gold-marquise-shape-three-stone-ring-item-59173?a_aid=dmnd1357 I would really appreciate your help in finding the best value, eye clean round cut diamond to go with it. I’m trying to find the biggest carat diamond I can get without compromising on appearance. My max budget is about $2500, which leaves me about …





Q&A: Choosing Between a Local B&M, James Allen and Blue Nile

Hello! My fiancé and I have a solid solitaire platinum setting (6-prong) we are looking to purchase and are looking for a diamond around $3,500 or less. We were interested in one at a jewelry store (Leo), but found out it was GSI certified rather than GIA or AGS as you would recommend. Can you …


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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