Color: J

Q&A: Looking for a Round Diamond from Blue Nile UK With $2000 Total Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi – I am looking for a ring – total cost ideally under £1250 but I can stretch to £1750 for the right one (that’s total cost – taxes and all). I need to have it within 3 weeks from today. I want a decent round diamond that is eye clean, it will be set …

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Q&A: Choosing a Center Diamond for a Solitaire/Pavé Setting with $6-7k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hello! I was just starting to shop for a engagement ring and wouldn’t mind some help finding the right diamond. I’m in the market to get a stone between 1.00-1.20 carats, the highest cut quality (I understand that this translates into brilliance and fire), and one that is completely eye clean. I’d also prefer a …

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Q&A: Looking for Around a 2.5 ct. Round or Oval Cut Diamond With 15k Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi, I’ve been looking for a diamond/ring and am having some trouble. I know some of the basics but then read articles and feel the need to start all over again. I am looking to buy a 2.5 carat round diamond or larger. The cut I would like to be very good and above, the …

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Q&A: Looking for the Best Cut Round Brilliant With Up to $7,000 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hello. I have identified this diamond on Whiteflash and I would like to buy it. http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-3701016.htm It is of course and engagement ring for my girlfriend. Before I process however I would like your opinion: – do you think I can find a better deal with that budget? I like Whiteflash but I am not …

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Q&A: Help Finding a 1 Ct. Round Brilliant for a Solitaire

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hello, I am looking for a trusted online diamond dealer. Could you kindly suggest some to me? I am looking to buy a 1 ct. engagement ring on a fair deal. Thanks a lot. I’d be happy to make some recommendations for you, but I need a little more info. What shape diamond are you …

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Q&A: Help Choosing a Round Diamond for a Rose Gold Halo With a $7500 Total Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi there, I’ve been reading all of your articles in order to make the best decision. I am hoping to get a rose gold or yellow gold ring with a cushion halo and a round diamond. We are looking at diamonds on Ritani as we felt they have the best prices. Please let me know …

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Q&A: Looking for a 3.3-3.6 Ct. Round Diamond for a Platinum Pavé Setting

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi! I am looking for a 3.3- 3.6 carat round diamond with clarity under SI1. The cut, polish and symmetry need to be Excellent. We are trying to stay around the $35,000 – $45,000 range. I really wouldn’t like to go above an I in color and definitely want it to look white and not …

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Q&A: Choosing a Diamond from Brian Gavin for a Three-Stone Ring With $7.500 Total Budget

Last Updated On: October 30, 2017

You guys and your website are awesome! So the proposal is scheduled and it’s time to get serious about an amazing ring. I have been doing a lot of research and have decided I want to buy from JA or BGD, so that I can actually see the diamond before I buy it. She wants …

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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.