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Q&A: Looking for a Pear-Shaped Diamond for a Halo Setting Within a $7k Budget

By Mike Fried,

Looking for advice on buying a pear shaped diamond for a halo setting, around 1-1.2 carat weight.

Looking to spend around $7000 and obviously want to get the best diamond for my money. I also found this stone on James Allen and was wondering if you could give your opinion. Thank you!
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/pear-shaped/1.16-carat-g-color-vvs1-clarity-sku-4221149?a_aid=dmnd1357

The diamond you found is stunning! It has fantastic specs and will make a beautiful ring. Nice find!

Thank you for the reply. I have found one more that was looking for an opinion on. It is again from James Allen.
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/pear-shaped/1.20-carat-f-color-vs2-clarity-sku-4352615?a_aid=dmnd1357

I wouldn’t go with that one. Strong fluorescence is usually a big issue on I+ diamonds. It can cause haziness.

Thank you for your advice. Okay, last one.
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/pear-shaped/1.06-carat-e-color-vs2-clarity-sku-3658106?a_aid=dmnd1357

I think I found a good balance of all the qualities.

That one is fantastic, I love it. Well done!

Thank you so much!

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