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Q&A: Need 2nd Opinion on 0.69 Ct. Round Cut

By Mike Fried,

Shape: Round Brilliant

Q&A: Need 2nd Opinion on 0.69 Ct. Round Cut

I would love your opinion on this diamond I found for an engagement ring. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.69-carat-d-color-i1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-120910?a_aid=dmnd1357 Do you think it’s a good value diamond? I’m worried about the clarity and proportion. Do you think it’s going to be sparkly and eye clean? Should I get it or skip it?? Thank you so much in advance! Blue …


Q&A: Is this Round-Cut Diamond Eye-Clean?

First, thanks for such an informative website. I am looking for a round cut diamond in the 1.25-1.5 ct range. I am interested in your thoughts on this diamond at JA, which I am seriously looking at. The inclusions look like they may be prongable (not sure), and I think it will be eyeclean, but …


Q&A: GF Prefers Small Round Cut Diamond

I am looking at this less than 1carat diamond for a sub 1500 budget, can you please let me know what you think. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.43-carat-e-color-vvs1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-156907?a_aid=dmnd1357 Your answer is much appreciated. Blue Nile Blue Nile is the largest and most well-known internet jewelry seller. They have a very large exclusive online inventory. Their high-quality images are catching …


Q&A: Looking for 1.25-1.35 Cts. for $10K Budget

This is for a center stone on a thin channel 4 or 5 small diamond each side band in white gold. Her ring finger is 4.25. At the jeweler we ended up liking the most a 1.30 H SI2 GIA stone which was offered at 9,000. Seems James Allen has got better options for my …


Q&A: Looking for 2nd Opinion on 0.7 Ct. Round Cut

Can you give me your opinion on the following diamond please. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.70-carat-g-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-156865?a_aid=dmnd1357 Blue Nile Blue Nile is the largest and most well-known internet jewelry seller. They have a very large exclusive online inventory. Their high-quality images are catching up to James Allens’ and their prices are amazing.  Blue Nile is currently running a Valentine’s Day …


Q&A: Looking for Best Round Cut for Intricate Setting

I really appreciate your website. The education and general flow of information has put me at ease that there is someone out there actually trying to help people like myself make informed decisions and better buyers. It actually stopped me from walking into the nearest overpriced jeweler and paying an exorbitant price for something we …


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

I’m looking to get an engagement ring and have a budget $8-$10k. I’m just getting started in the process, but also plan to propose in the next couple of months. I don’t really know how to start going about finding a ring and was hoping you had some ideas on how to get started? Blue …


Q&A: Round Diamond Stud Earrings for $6K Budget

I am looking for a pair of diamond stud earrings with a total carat weight between 1.4 to 1.75. Are you really willing to look online for me????? I have been to Blue Nile, James Allen……and then I got tired! I was looking at SI1 with an excellent to ideal cut. Color E to F. …


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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