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Q&A: Looking for 1 Ct. Princess Cut in the UK

By Mike Fried,

Shape: Princess Cut

Q&A: Looking for 1 Ct. Princess Cut in the UK

We are currently looking at a 1.02 carat g vs2 princess cut diamond with 82% table, which a jeweller friend has recommended, but as we don’t know if this is good or not, are unsure whether to purchase. Can you advise what we should be asking to determine if this is a good deal for …


Q&A: Looking for Princess Cut for $2000-2500 Budget

I first want to start off by thanking you for all the helpful information you’ve posted on this website. It truly helps a novice, like myself, when searching for engagement rings. I’ve read your piece on Princess Cut diamonds and how to purchase one on a budget. The specifications for the ring I am searching …


Q&A: Looking for Princess Cut for $6-7K Budget

I am looking for an engagement ring for my girlfriend and I am trying to stay between 6-7k (for just the center stone) I want a princess cut diamond. Do you have any suggestions on what would be some good diamonds for me to consider? I am wanting to get the biggest diamond that I …


Q&A: Princess or Round for Platinum Solitaire Setting

I am interested in purchasing a solitaire diamond for an engagement ring. I have spent quite a bit of time reviewing the information on your website and find it extremely informative, but as I started looking at various stones realized I desperately needed some professional guidance. I’m interested in round or princess shape diamond–she would …


Q&A: Looking for Princess Cut for Three Stone Setting

Q&A: Looking for Princess Cut for Three Stone Setting

I am shopping for a ring for my girlfriend of 5 years. I visit your site often and have gotten most of my information from here and have really learned a lot from reading your site. I have a budget of 5000 but might be able to go a bit higher, it would just take …



Q&A: Looking for 1/2 Carat Princess Cut

Thank you for the work that went into the site. It has been fun reading. I’m looking for an 0.5 ct Princess cut. I made a list of 20 stones and down to 4. Any chance having a look? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/0.58-carat-g-color-si1-clarity-sku-152931?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/0.56-carat-g-color-vs2-clarity-sku-188011?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/0.55-carat-g-color-vs2-clarity-sku-179260?a_aid=dmnd1357 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/0.55-carat-g-color-vs2-clarity-sku-148335?a_aid=dmnd1357 These are very similar and I’m having a hard time making a …


Q&A: Looking for Princess Cut for $12500 Budget

Stumbled across your site trying to learn more about diamonds. It’s been a tremendous help, so thanks for your service. I’d like to ask for your help with finding a diamond online within or under my budget – $12,500ish. Preference is for a princess cut. Would prefer a lack of color to the naked eye, …


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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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