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Q&A: Purchasing a Halo Diamond Ring for Around $3k with Shipping to Australia

By Mike Fried,

Shape: Round Brilliant



Q&A: Looking for a 1.4 Ct. Loose Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Setting

Hi, after reviewing your site (hugely helpful), I’d like your help selecting a loose diamond as an engagement ring replacement (I’ll follow up with setting later). I’d like to be around 1.4 carats (social norm range around us) or a similar size if there is a price break-point. I’d like an excellent/ideal cut, valuing this …


Q&A: Looking for a Cushion Shaped Diamond Ring With Around $12k Budget

Q&A: Looking for a Cushion Shaped Diamond Ring With Around $12k Budget

Hi, my fiance just put a deposit on a ring with a EGL cert and I was just wondering would it be reliable I can give pictures to show you? It’s a G colour with SI1 clarity. I wouldn’t recommend buying an EGL diamond at all: https://www.diamonds.pro/education/egl/. If he can get his deposit back, tell …



Q&A: Looking for a Floating Diamond Necklace

Q&A: Looking for a Floating Diamond Necklace

Looking for floating diamond necklace with a budget of $1000 to $1200. Is it best to find a diamond and then have it put in a setting of that necklace? Should I call Blue Nile? You are leaning towards the right direction. It’s a good idea to cherry-pick the best diamond and then have it …


Q&A: Looking for the Best Cut Round Brilliant With Up to $7,000 Budget

Hello. I have identified this diamond on Whiteflash and I would like to buy it. http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-3701016.htm It is of course and engagement ring for my girlfriend. Before I process however I would like your opinion: – do you think I can find a better deal with that budget? I like Whiteflash but I am not …


Q&A: Help Finding a 1 Ct. Round Brilliant for a Solitaire

Hello, I am looking for a trusted online diamond dealer. Could you kindly suggest some to me? I am looking to buy a 1 ct. engagement ring on a fair deal. Thanks a lot. I’d be happy to make some recommendations for you, but I need a little more info. What shape diamond are you …


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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