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Q&A: Searching for Brian Gavin 3 Ct. Diamond

By Mike Fried,

Color: J

Q&A: Searching for Brian Gavin 3 Ct. Diamond

I first wrote you aabout 6 weeks ago regarding my search for a ~3 carat diamond for an engagement ring I’d like to present this November. Through Q&A’s you posted with other readers, I found Lesley at Brian Gavin. I’ve chatted back and forth with Lesley, letting her know I was looking for something in …


Q&A: Round Eye-Clean Diamond for $20K Budget

I am looking for a round engagement ring diamond and I have $20k budget. I would appreciate it if you could send me some recommendations for diamonds that you believe are an excellent value in this price range. My only request is that the diamond’s flaws be unnoticeable to the untrained eye. Thanks for the …


Q&A: “I just want something sparkly enough to make a girl happy.”

Can you give me an opinion on this stone? Price is $2500. Or can you offer a better alternative? Thanks. GIA Report Check GIA Report Number: 17135803Report Type: GIA Diamond Dossier® Date of Issue: June 17, 2008 Round BrilliantMeasurements: 5.37 – 5.39 x 3.33 mm Carat Weight: 0.58 carat Color Grade: I Clarity Grade: Internally …


Q&A: Round Diamond for Platinum Pave Setting for $3K Budget

I have been viewing James Allen’s website and have found a few diamonds but figured I would see which diamonds you would recommend with the following limitations: Platinum Bypass Pave Set Diamond Engagement Ring budget for diamond is 3000 (for a great find willing to go up 300) James Allen James Allen is the leader …


Q&A: Zales Celebration, Hearts & Arrows, and James Allen

Hi. I had been looking at the Zales Celebration diamonds, but then I found your site. Now I had been looking at this stone and was wondering your opinion? https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/H-SI2-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1500353.asp Also are the Hearts and Arrows stones really worth the premium? When we looked at the Celebration diamonds I have to admit they really caught …


Q&A: “I have absolutely no idea what I’m doing!”

I am planning on proposing in late October and am beginning my search for a ring – the problem being that I have absolutely no idea what I’m doing! I am looking to spend around 5k on the diamond and setting combined. I am also looking for a setting with just a single stone. I …


Q&A: Questions about Eye-clean, Fluorescence, and Yellow Color

Hi I love your website! It is so informative. I was thinking of purchasing the 1st link below. I am worried about the color though. I am worried it might look too yellow or not bright enough. I think the medium fluorescence will help it slightly but was wondering would it be better to get …


Q&A: “Need Your Expertise” to Find Round Diamond for $2500-$3000 Budget

I need your advices for the best diamond ring for me. I’d like the best looking diamond, with a lot of sparkling and shinning. I’ve selected some diamonds to show you, but if you find something better, i’d appreciate. https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-VS1-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1493112.asp (TrueHearts) https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/J-VVS1-Excellent-Cut-Round-Diamond-1516089.asp https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/J-VVS1-Excellent-Cut-Round-Diamond-1516065.asp https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/J-VS1-Excellent-Cut-Round-Diamond-1511161.asp https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/J-VS1-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1516028.asp Now about the ring, which one of these 2 rings …


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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