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Q&A: Looking for a Halo Platinum Engagement Ring Within a $4k Budget

By Mike Fried,

Shape: Round Brilliant

Q&A: Looking for a Halo Platinum Engagement Ring Within a $4k Budget

Hello! I am looking for an engagement ring with a platinum halo setting. The stone should be eye clean and not too small. My budget is approx. $4000. Would you be able to assist? Thank you in advance. I’d be happy to make some recommendations for you, but I need a little more info. What …


Q&A: Help Finding a 1.5ct Round Brilliant for a Rose Gold Solitaire

Hello! What are your thoughts on lab diamonds, more specifically Diamond Foundry’s selection. I’m just starting to look for engagement rings and she prefers lab, vintage, mined stones in that order. I’ve read that Diamond Foundry’s master cutters are Israel Itzkowitz and Maarten de Witte (Hearts on Fire). Thanks for setting up a forum and …





Q&A: Choosing a Round Center Diamond for a Solitaire With a $4k Budget Including Taxes to the UK

Hi, I am looking for an engagement ring. I have a budget of approx $4000 dollars including the UK 22% tax and the ring itself. I like the look of this one: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.85-carat-h-color-vvs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2111594?a_aid=dmnd1357 But it’s a bit out of budget as it doesn’t take in to account UK tax. Any recommendations you can provide would be …


Q&A: Looking for a Round Diamond for a White Gold Halo With a $5.5k – $6.5k Budget

Q&A: Looking for a Round Diamond for a White Gold Halo With a $5.5k – $6.5k Budget

Hello, I am looking for at least a 1 ct. Round diamond to fit the setting below: www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/halo/14k-white-gold-falling-edge-pave-diamond-engagement-ring-item-49492?a_aid=dmnd1357 My budget is 5,500-6,500. I would really like the diamond to be at least 1 ct. If possible. I’m really aiming for the diamond to be really clear and very sparkly. I have read that one of …


Q&A: Help Finding a Pair of Round or Asscher Cut Earrings With a $20k Budget

I am interested in purchasing a pair of diamond earrings for my wife’s 40th birthday. Something that looks like this (in terms of style): http://www.cartier.com/en-us/collections/jewelry/categories/earrings/diamond-collection/n8515069-1895-earrings.html or perhaps Diamond stud earnings with an asscher cut as opposed to round cut like this: Asscher Diamond Stud Earrings Although I think I prefer a round as opposed to …


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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