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Q&A: Looking for a Pair of Round Diamonds of 1.75 – 2.1 Ct. Total Weight for Studs

Last Updated On: January 9, 2019

I am looking to purchase a pair of WG diamond stud earrings in the range of 1.75 – 2.1 carets total weight. Can I hire you to source a good set for me? Or give me some options. I am not sure on budget, but I have shopped online so I have an idea of …

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Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond around 0.8 Ct. for a White Gold Ring with Around $3k Total Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi there! I stumbled upon your website and have learned so much. The knowledge I have gathered has allowed me to drop my budget on the ring and get it sooner so that I can propose. I have a couple of questions. First off, I have selected a ring from jamesallen.com and would love to …

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Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond of 0.8 Ct. for a White Gold Setting with Around $2k-$2.5k Total Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

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Q&A: Searching for a Round Diamond for a White Gold Setting with a $4,000 – $4,500 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I plan on proposing soon and was wondering what you thought of this diamond? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.01-carat-j-color-vs2-clarity-very-good-cut-sku-245569?a_aid=dmnd1357 I’m looking in the $4,000 – $4,500 range for a round diamond to go in a 14k white gold setting. I think you got too caught up in the ‘weight’ of the diamond. The one you selected is …

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Q&A: Looking for a 1 Ct. Round Diamond for a Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring with Around $5k-$6k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi, I am hoping you can help steer me in the right direction. I have been looking at the James Allen diamonds trying to find something within my budget of $5,000-6,000 but they are all starting to blur together! My girlfriend has expressed a preference for a round solitaire set in yellow gold in the 1 …

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Q&A: Finding Round Diamonds for Two Identical White Gold Rings with Around $7k Budget for Each

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Thanks for developing this forum, it has been a great source of information, and prevented me from probably making some big mistakes! I am shopping for two identical rings. The settings will be white gold with pave settings. We haven’t chosen the exact settings yet, but will be similar to Blue Nile Petite Pavé Diamond …

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Q&A: Choosing a 1.5 – 2 Ct. Round Diamond for a Platinum Solitaire Ring under $10k

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi, I was hoping you could help me locate a diamond to fit to an engagement ring for my girlfriend. The rings I am looking at are platnium, plain solitaire settings with a thin band (example: Blue Nile Petite Solitaire Engagement Ring). As far as the actual diamond, I am looking for something between 1.5 …

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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.