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Q&A: Looking for a Round or Oval Diamond Within the Price Range of $3000-3500

By Mike Fried,

 My friend passed on your email and noted that I could inquire about picking the best selection for my desired attributes and price range. He recently purchased some stones with your help.

I’m looking for a round, I , VSI, 0.7-1.0k. Price range 3000-3500. Basically the best bang for the buck that will be visual appealing.

I’m shooting for the proposal on the June 23d. Cutting it close I know, but any pointers you can give for expediency will be well appreciated. 


 Thanks for the Reply,

The 0.76, VS1 I looks nice, though is listed as not available. I think I will go with just a round. Can you recomend 0.9, VS1 I round? 

 Its going to cost more than $3500. 

That’s right, did some additional searching on the site.

Looking at this one:

https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.80-carat-i-color-vs1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-186011?a_aid=dmnd1357

Do you know how I can get a coupon code for the purchase and what the discount % is?

-Thanks 

 That one is great. I’m sorry, you asked me for a 0.90ct which is why I said its out of your range.

Unfortunately, JA discontinued all coupon codes almost 2 years ago.

Let me know how the diamond looks when it arrives. 

 Will do that, thanks!! 

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