Color: J

Q&A: Choosing a Cushion Cut Diamond for a Solitaire Yellow Gold Setting for Under $7k In Total

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi, I’m hoping to get your help on a cushion cut diamond (that will be set in yellow gold). I’d love a chunky (not crushed ice) cut with as much shimmer as possible, I’d obviously like the diamond to be as large as possible, but since my budget is 6k-8k, I don’t know how much …

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Q&A: Looking for a 2-2.5 Ct. Round Diamond for a 6 Prong Solitaire Setting With a $25k–$30k Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi, Would your recommendation of “White Gold / Platinum Ring Round: H-J” hold also for large diamonds (2-2.5 carats)? Thanks! Yes, if there are no additional stones in the setting, J color is perfect even for a big stone. Unless you’re extremely color sensitive, it will look colorless. Can you tell me what your approximate …

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Q&A: Choosing a 2 Ct. Round Diamond for a White Gold Setting With a $12k Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

I am looking for a diamond around 2 carats, ideal cut. It will be mounted against a wide gold band. From what I have read I can get a diamond a little further down the color scale because of the band color. As far as clarity goes I was thinking VS1. It will be a …

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Q&A: Looking for a 0.9 Ct. Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Pavé Setting for Around $3,500 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I am trying to find a engagement ring with the following specifications. Diamond round shape, excellent cut, vs2 or vs1 for a ring like this 14K YELLOW GOLD TAPERED PAVE ENGAGEMENT RING SKU:17679Y14 My budget for the diamond and the ring is$3,500. Have a look at this diamond: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.82-carat-j-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2153197?a_aid=dmnd1357 It’s beautifully cut, colorless and eye-clean. Let …

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Q&A: Searching for a 1.3-1.75 Ct. Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Pavé Setting for Around $8,000 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I heard about your company on the Art of Charm podcast. You’re website has been fantastic in helping buy an engagement ring for me girlfriend! After researching online, viewing rings in stores (with my girlfriend), and discussing with my girlfriend, I’ve finally got a good idea of what I want to get her. I’m ready …

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Q&A: Looking for a Round Brilliant for a Yellow Gold Pave Setting with a $4k – $5k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

First of all, thank you so much for all of the work you have put into this site. It has been incredibly helpful for me as I have begun to navigate the engagement ring purchase process. I have a quick question on the color suggestions of a diamond. I am looking to purchase a yellow …

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Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond for a White Gold Solitaire Setting for Around $3,500 Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

I am looking for a diamond. I am leaning to round that will be mounted in a simple platinum solitaire. I would like to keep the stone price under $3500 and would like something in the size of .75 and up. is it possible to find something in that price range that will look nice …

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Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond for a White Gold/Platinum Ring with Around $6,000 to $7,000 Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Firstly love the website and have learnt heaps as before today I knew less than nothing about diamonds so thank you. I am looking for an engagement ring with a six claw solitaire setting as I know that is what the better half prefers. What gives a better look in the setting in regards to …

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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.