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Q&A: That Diamond is a Steal!

By Mike Fried,

Shape: Round Brilliant

Q&A: That Diamond is a Steal!

Can you please help me decide if one would be able to appreciate the difference between two diamonds with a difference in size and cut grade? I’m thinking if the Excellent cut grade or higher carat would matter more overall. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.81-carat-j-color-vs1-clarity-very-good-cut-sku-195549?a_aid=dmnd1357   $2,370 https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.64-carat-j-color-vs1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-174236?a_aid=dmnd1357 Thanks for your time. James Allen James Allen is the leader in …


Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for $4K Budget

Thank you, first of all, for the excellent information you’ve provided. It has been of immeasurable help so far. I am starting my research early, as I don’t plan to propose for several months, but want to set my budget and know what I’m looking for. I have a general idea, so I hope you …


Q&A: Looking to Replace Cloudy Diamond

I am looking to replace the diamond currently in my engagement ring. My ring can accomodate a .5 carat brilliant cut diamond. My current diamond is very cloudy and I am looking for something that has sparkle galore. Could you pls recommend a color and clarity? Although my diamond maybe not be large I want …


Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for Tension Setting

Hi, I’ve been reading your website and have found it very helpful and was really hoping you could point me towards a few options. I am interested in a diamond for an engagement ring. I would like just the loose diamond as I plan to get it tension set. I would like a round diamond …


Q&A: Looking for JA Pave Setting & Stone

Hello! Thank you so much for providing all this useful information. You have helped greatly so far in my diamond search. My girlfriend has her sights on thin cut pave setting/ring and I’m looking to spend around 10k for the ring and diamond. I like the James Allen site the best and thinking a 1.2-1.4 …


Q&A: Looking for 0.7-0.75 Ct. Center Stone

I’m looking for a round stone between 0.7 and 0.75 in weight that is between $2,000 and $2,500 in price. The setting I am looking at are both white gold, either a pave style band or an twisted/infinity style band with the small diamonds in the band. My plan so far is to acquire the …


Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for $1500-2000 Budget

Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for $1500-2000 Budget

I’m currently shopping for a diamond for a band I’ve picked out, but it’s getting a bit overwhelming. It just seems like there is always that better diamond, or always one more step up. After a while you’ve got to say enough is enough! Haha.. My price range is between $1500-$2,000, but I’m trying to …


Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for Pt Sidestone Setting

I’ve had great pleasure in getting your insights into what to look for when buying diamonds but have a few questions. If I have a budget of £4500 and would like a round billiant diamond. Ideally I would like something with atleast 1 carrot of weight what diamonds or websites could you reccomend? I cam …


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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