Author: Mike Fried

Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond for a Platinum Solitaire Setting Within a $20,000 Budget

Last Updated On: June 6, 2021

Hello, I am looking for a diamond for an engagement ring. Would like round cut right around 2ct in a solitaire platinum setting 6-prong. Budget is $20k for everything. Can you please help me? Want to make sure I’m getting the best! Are you planning on having a diamond wedding band? Or is it going …

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Q&A: Looking for a Round Diamond for a White Gold Halo or Pave Setting With a $16k Budget

Last Updated On: June 5, 2021

Hiya, Just wanted to say you have a great website with lots of useful information. I am trying to find an engagement ring for my girlfriend and was wondering if you can help suggest some diamonds and rings? I’m looking for around 2 carats and have a budget of between $15-16k inclusive. Brilliant round diamond. …

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Q&A: Looking for an Oval-Shaped Diamond Within a $20k-$25k Budget

Last Updated On: June 4, 2021

Hi. I am looking to buy an engagement ring for my girlfriend of 6 years and was looking for some advice on diamonds. She is looking for an oval diamond. My budget is around $20-$25k and was hoping I could get something 2.2 carats+. I’ve been looking at some diamonds online and I’d love if …

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Q&A: Looking for a Round or Radiant Cut Diamond for a Three-Stone Yellow Gold Ring With a $20,000 Budget

Last Updated On: June 3, 2021

Hi, I came across your website through the Art of Charm podcast several years ago. I really learned a lot from the podcast and all of the other educational material you all provide. My friend also used you all and had great things to say. My budget is roughly $15,000 but I am willing to …

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Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond For a Platinum Pave Setting With a $5-10k Budget

Last Updated On: June 2, 2021

Hi I’m based in the UK and looking to spend £5-10k on an engagement ring. I like round shape diamonds and platinum pave settings. Fairly simple style. I think this is my favourite on there: Petite Twist Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum Do you have any suggestions? I found the following diamond options: Blue Nile …

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Q&A: Choosing a Princess, Cushion or Asscher Cut Diamond for a Solitaire Ring With Up to £3k Budget

Last Updated On: June 1, 2021

Hi, you had helped me buy an engagement ring for my (now) wife 7 years ago – great advice back then. I am now looking to buy her a gift, thinking of a platinum ring, ideally greater than 1ct, between G-I and with a clarity of SI or better. What would you recommend as a …

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Q&A: Help Finding a Round Center Stone For a Solitaire Setting With a $16,000 Budget

Last Updated On: May 31, 2021

Hello, I love your site and have been pouring over it for the last week or so. I’ve learned a lot, but I must admit, when you give examples of this is (obviously) better than that, I can’t always see it, so I am reaching out. I’m looking to get a solitaire engagement ring. I’ve …

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Q&A: Help Choosing a Round Diamond for a White Gold Pave Rope Setting With a $13,000 Budget

Last Updated On: May 30, 2021

Good morning, I am looking at buying an engagement ring and have been mostly looking on James Allen. My budget is around $13k for the diamond. I am looking at round diamonds and would love to get something between 1.2 and 1.5 carats. Here is the diamond I am currently leaning towards: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.39-carat-f-color-vs1-clarity-true-hearts-cut-sku-7845344?a_aid=dmnd1357 I have …

About the author

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.