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Q&A: Looking for a Round Diamond for a Pave Setting Within a $7k-$8k Budget

By Mike Fried,

Shape: Round Brilliant


Q&A: Looking for a Shy 1 Ct. Round Diamond With Up to $5,000 Budget

Awesome site! GIA/AGS certified Budget: 3,500-5,000 Band type: Platinum Diamond shape: round Carat weight: between .95-.99 Diameter: This one im not as sure about, but I think probably somewhere in the neighborhood of 5.9, 6.0. Or whatever would look best. Diamond Color: H-J Clarity: Between VS2 & SI2 Cut: excellent/Ideal Let me know if more …


Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond With a $9k – $10k Budget

Hi. I am looking for a round diamond for a James Allen setting. I want sparkle, clear without florescence over size of carat. My budget is 9,000-10.000 for the diamond. Wondering if you can give me some ideas. I was looking at the lotus basket setting on the pave style ring. Thank you. Have a …




Q&A: Help Choosing a Round Diamond for a Platinum Halo Setting With a $3500 to $4000 Budget

Hello, I’m looking for a round diamond (0.9+ carat ideally) from James Allen. My budget for the diamond (excluding setting) is £3000 max. I’ve seen this diamond and wondered what you thought? www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.94-carat-g-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2017903?a_aid=dmnd1357 I have chosen the platinum pave halo setting – www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/halo/platinum-pave-halo-engagement-ring-item-18303?a_aid=dmnd1357 Many thanks in advance for any advice you can give! That diamond …




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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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