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Q&A: Looking for Radiant Cut for YG Setting

By Mike Fried,

Shape: Radiant Cut

Q&A: Looking for Radiant Cut for YG Setting

Q&A: Looking for Radiant Cut for YG Setting

Thank you very much for helping so many on the web with the topic of diamonds and e-rings. I have probably spent around 30 hours online and 5 hours in stores researching different diamonds and settings for my fiance to be. I have narrowed it down to Radiant cuts, in the 1.8 to 2.2 ct …


Q&A: Looking for Cushion, Radiant, or Asscher Cut

I am struggling so bad with the diamond i want to buy. 1: I want a 1 carat color H clarity VS2 or VS1 shape CUSHION; RADIANT ( if its radiant i wanted square) OR ASHER whatever you recommend . 2: Can i really trust James Allen if they say comes with the GIA report …


Q&A: Looking for Radiant Cut for $5K Budget

First of all… thank you for offering this service! I’m looking to purchase an engagement ring in the next month or so. My budget for a stone is 6000 (plus or minus about 500) and I’ll spend up to about 1000 on the setting. Based on a ton of research over the last couple of …


Q&A: Radiant Cut for $7K Budget

I’m looking for a Radiant cut which will have enough oomph to look good on a solitaire ring. From my research most people are saying around 1.2 carat is a good size which fits with my budget of $7,000 I found this one and it seems to be great but I thought I would check …


Q&A: Looking for Fancy Yellow Diamond

So I have been going back and forth between man-made and mined. I thought that man-made was the best for me, but I am skeptical of the certifications. I found some natural options and would love your opinion. I am looking for a radiant 1.0-1.5, minimum of fancy yellow color and under $6K. Eye clean …


Q&A: Looking for 1.5 Ct. Oval Cut for Solitaire Setting

Great website, thank you for putting together this resource! I am finally looking to purchase an engagement ring for my girlfriend of 3 years and propose at the beginning of February on a trip to Miami.! The diamond will be on a solitaire setting, on white gold, size 6 ring finger. Onto the diamond itself. …


Q&A: Steering Clear of Being Ripped Off…

I’m so glad I found your site! The information you provide are incredibly helpful! First off, thank you for taking time to answer my questions. Any recommendations/suggestions will be greatly appreciated! During the process of engagement ring hunting, I came across this dilemma: I found (2) rings that I like, one is from a jeweler …


Q&A: Need Help Finding ~2Ct. Radiant Cut for Halo Pave Setting

Q&A: Need Help Finding ~2Ct. Radiant Cut for Halo Pave Setting

Was recommended to your site from a friend whom you helped purchase a diamond. I was hoping you could lend some advice on a particular diamond on James Allen, and perhaps your overall insight. I am looking to buy a radiant cut (what the GF wants) in a halo setting with pauve diamonds on the …


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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