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Q&A: Help Finding a 1.50 Ct. Round Diamond for a White Gold Solitaire Setting With a 12,000 Budget

Last Updated On: May 20, 2018

Hi Diamonds Pro, I am looking for an eye clean 1.5 carat or larger round brilliant on white gold solitaire with a budget of $12,000. Based on your recommendation for color and clarity, I am thinking of going for I and VVS2/VS1/VS2. Does your recommendation for color or clarity change as we go for larger …

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Q&A: Help Choosing a Round Diamond For a Solitaire With Around $5,500 Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hello, I’ve read through your diamond education section and it’s been a huge help in trying to find a diamond for a solitaire engagement ring, thank you. I’ve identified this diamond: Blue Nile LD03008274 I was wondering if you could give me some advice to as if I am getting good value for money, taking …

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Q&A: Help Finding a .70 Ct. Round Diamond for a Halo Setting For Under $4,600 Taxes Included, Shopping From Canada

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hello, I have been researching diligently to find the right diamond for an engagement ring! My girlfriend seems to like white gold/platinum halo styled engagement rings and I have found a couple rings from Brilliant Earth and James Allen that she would love. I’m thinking she would prefer a round or cushion cut diamond to …

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Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond for a White Gold Setting With $3k Total Budget

Last Updated On: May 13, 2018

Hello! Thank you for all the great information on your site! I was going to go to Shane Co. until I stumbled upon your excellent resources here! I would like to make a ring purchase online and have spent a fair amount of time on James Allen. Based on your recommendations and my budget of …

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Q&A: Looking for a Round Diamond for a Platinum Setting With a $20k Total Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

I’m looking for an engagement ring similar to Tiffany Harmony with Bead Set Band. My girlfriend tried it and really liked it. Metal: Platinum Diamond, Round, Brilliant Cut, 1.18cts, VS1, Color D and pave of 0.18cts I’m curious about the value for money though and could use some advice on diamond (and ring) selection. My …

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Q&A: Help Finding a 1 Ct. Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Twist Solitaire Setting With Around $5k Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

So I actually just put in an order for a ring at Diamonds Direct. Afterward, part of me felt I had gotten a not so great deal and after looking online this was confirmed. I purchased a K SI2 Excellent 1.02 carat diamond for 3640. The setting was 960, bringing the total to 4600. After …

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Q&A: Choosing an Emerald Cut Diamond for a Petite Pavé Setting With Around $15k Budget

Last Updated On: May 6, 2018

Hello! I’m in the market for an engagement ring and have been checking out diamonds on Brian Gavin and James Allen. Honestly, I’m lost :)… I’d love to find a stunning diamond to place in a platinum solitaire paved engagement ring. I was hoping you could help me find the balance between size, color, and …

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Q&A: Looking for a 1.80 Ct. Cushion Shaped Diamond for a White Gold Pave or Channel Setting With a $12k Total Budget

Last Updated On: May 6, 2018

Two questions – Can you tell the advantages/disadvantages between a four vs six prong setting? Also, channel setting of side stones versus pave? It seems the channel is a more sturdy setting but is it less in the looks category? 1) The less metal, the more light passes through the diamond. But more than that, …

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