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Q&A: Choosing an Extra Sparkly 1 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for a $5k-$6k Budget

By Mike Fried,

Shape: Princess Cut

Q&A: Choosing an Extra Sparkly 1 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for a $5k-$6k Budget

Looking for 1 carat princess cut diamond of good color n clarity. (H and si1 at lowest). I want lots of sparkle so I have considered the extra faceted diamonds like celebration through zales. Opinions n suggestions on where to buy would b appreciated.  What is your ballpark budget? Extra faceting/special cuts are nothing more …


Q&A: Choosing a 0.4-0.6 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond with a Total Budget of $1700

Hi! I’m looking to purchase a wedding ring total for under $1700 (grad school budget), including diamond/setting. I found two settings I love from Shane Co. (http://www.shaneco.com/Jewelry-Catalog/Product-Detail.aspx?X=41001373) and (http://www.shaneco.com/Jewelry-Catalog/Product-Detail.aspx?X=41058215), and I’d like a diamond of at least .4 CTs, but no larger than .6 CTs. I was looking through the Shane Co diamond inventory and …


Q&A: Choosing a 0.7-0.8 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for a White Gold Channel Setting

Hello, I ordered this diamond from JA: https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/0.71-carat-h-color-vvs1-clarity-sku-263330?a_aid=dmnd1357 Do you think this one would be a better purchase for the money since they are both right at my budget limit and this one is larger? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/0.80-carat-i-color-vs1-clarity-sku-249849?a_aid=dmnd1357 The diamond will be set in this: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/channel-set/14k-white-gold-0.25ct-channel-set-princess-shaped-diamond-engagement-ring-item-1061?a_aid=dmnd1357 Thank you for your help! I would stick with your original choice. …



Q&A: Asking for a Second Opinion on a 1.23 Ct. H, VS2 Princess Cut Diamond

1. About $6000 for diamond, $1000 for setting 2. Platinum 3. Princess cut diamond set in a diamond band Hi, I am planning on proposing to my girlfriend in the next month and generally know what type of diamond I want (1-1.25 carats, H color, VS2 or better, Ideal cut). Would this diamond from James Allen …




Q&A: Looking for a ~1.25-1.5 ct. Princess Cut Diamond in the $12-15k range, Debating between Online and Brick and Mortar Store Purchase

Hello, While I’m skeptical about pretty much everything on the internet advertising itself as free I figured I’d give this a try. I’m looking for an engagement ring for my girlfriend and I live in the DC area. I’ve started looking around at the local stores and would like to get the process moving soon. From …


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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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