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Q&A: Looking for Princess Cut Engagement Ring Between $2500 to $3000. Unclear about Clarity Requirements. James Allen vs. Blue Nile.

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I am having a hard time trying to find a princess cut engagement ring for my girlfriend. Have looked at james Allen and Blue nile. i am looking for a .80-.90 princess cut H-I color, VS1, and I am looking to spend between$2500-$3000. I am looking for a eye clean rock with lots os sparkle …

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Q&A: Expat in Japan Looking for Help with an $8000 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

This is probably a silly question, but do I need to buy the diamond and the ring from the same place? I mean, if I buy a diamond from your site and want it mounted on a ring from Tiffany’s will they do that? Or will some stores do it, but others won’t? James Allen …

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Q&A: Helping a Soldier Buy an Antique-Style Ring for $4000

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I have a question I’m hoping you can help me with. I’m currently in Iraq, and searching online for an engagement ring. My goal is to order online so it will be waiting for me next month when I go on r&r, and I can propose. My girlfriend loves antique jewelry, and I found a …

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Q&A: Looking for a Loose Princess Cut 1.50+ Carat Diamond for $6,000 – Is it Possible?

Last Updated On: October 20, 2020

Hello Ira, I have been shopping for a loose diamond to mount in a setting for the last 4 months or so. I saw your site and found it incredibly helpful. I have also been monitoring the James Allen site and noticed it is appreciably cheaper than any other site I have found on the …

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Q&A: Looking for Best Round Brilliant for $9000. Puts His Trust in Me – Does he End up Happy?

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Ira, Your site is excellent!! Plan on doing an online diamond purchase (Blue Nile or James Allen). Not huge $$$, but I am totally obsessed with finding some value out there! And its seems your the guy. So here’s an easy one: Total budget 9k (USD) for the stone (keeps me around 10k all in) …

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Q&A: This Guy is Lucky (or Smart?) for Contacting Me!

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi Ira, First, great site, I’ve been gleaning information for the past 4 months or so researching diamonds for my upcoming engagement ring purchase. From time to time I look other places but always end up coming back for the quality and truthful insight. I’ve got a budget of $5000 and am looking at going …

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Q&A: Looking for the Best Cushion Cut Diamond for $3000 to $4000. J Color in a Cushion Cut Good Enough?

Last Updated On: October 19, 2020

Hi, I am looking to find the best diamond in my price range (isn’t everyone? haha). I came across this website, which has been of great benefit to me, and was really hoping you could help me, as you have others. I have done some research and have found 4 I think are pretty good …

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Q&A: Wants a 2ct Princess Cut. Will an SI2 be Eye Clean? Blue Nile vs. James Allen? Many Issues Dealt with Below!

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi there, LOVE your site – very helpful. I am looking at 2 princess cut stones GIA certified from Blue Nile. 1) 2.01 carat H SI2 Cut VG 2) 2.12 carat I VS2 Cut G These are the same price. My questions: 1) SI2 for a stone of this size – will the flaws be …

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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.