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Hot Air Ballon

By Mike Fried,

Shape: Princess Cut


Q&A: Looking for 1.5 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond for $12K Budget

I have been reading the reviews and have decided to ask your advice. I am looking for approx a 1.5 carat princess cut diamond. I have been online at James Allen and see a couple that catch my eye but im not sure what the best value diamond would be. My search criteria is the …



Q&A: Looking for 1.5-2 Ct Princess Cut Diamond for Channel Pave Setting

Q&A: Looking for 1.5-2 Ct Princess Cut Diamond for Channel Pave Setting

I’m looking for a diamond for my girlfriend, she hasn’t decided on a setting yet, but she wants a princess cut. I’ve been reading your blog for a while and I’m glad I did! James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology is the same as inspecting a diamond …


Q&A: “This site is a revelation…and I applaud you for it.”

I want to start off by saying that this site is a revelation. Finding an unbiased opinion, backed by experience and a great deal of industry knowledge is priceless. It is evident that you enjoy your work, and I applaud you for it. I am looking for an engagement ring for my girlfriend of 8 …


Q&A: Looking for Princess Cut Diamond for Diamond & Sapphire Wedding Set

Q&A: Looking for Princess Cut Diamond for Diamond & Sapphire Wedding Set

Your site has been very helpful in terms of understanding all the terminology around loose diamonds!!! My husband is replacing my wedding set, and I have fallen in love with this set: http://www.diamond-me.com/rings/gemstones-rings/1-carat-blue-sapphire-diamond-wedding-rings-set-in-14k-white-gold-746.html With this set, I have the ability to upgrade from a 1/3 carat center diamond. The jeweler recommended only going to a …



Q&A: Looking to Upgrade 0.7 Ct. Princess Cut Diamond to 1 Ct. Stone

I have been reading your website and posts for a few months. I have an engagement ring from Blue Nile. I know that you aren’t a huge fan. However, they have a diamond upgrade program I have recently participated in. I was given a credit of the original purchase price of the .70 carat H …


About the author

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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