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Diamond Q&A

By Mike Fried,

Diamond Q&A

In this section of the site, I publish some interesting private exchanges I have had with readers of the site who have contacted me via the “Ask a Question” form. I believe you will find that the questions and answers are both interesting and educational. Of course, names have been removed to preserve privacy.

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Q&A: Looking for Asscher Cut for $5-7K Budget

I am looking for an Asscher Cut Diamond, and my budget (for the diamond) is approximately 5-7k. I’d like something in the 1.2-1.3 ct range (if possible) and I was wondering if you could maybe link me to any good deals. I’ve been looking at James Allen, and I found this diamond: https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/asscher-cut/1.23-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-184585?a_aid=dmnd1357 It has a …


Q&A: Looking for Marquise Cut for Pendant

Sometime ago I bought a solitaire marquise ring from james allen with great help from you. Now I would like to have a pendant in the same shape. If you have the tíme to help me tell if this diamond is eye clean, it would be greatly appreciated. thanks ever so much! 🙂 I only …


Q&A: Looking for 1.2 Ct. Round Cut for WG Channel Setting

Thank you for the website, as someone who is very analytical I tend to open every door possible when searching for big purchases. Your website was very helpful in educating me know what to look for when it comes to diamonds. I feel like I am ready to finalize this search and have a few …


Q&A: Looking for Fancy Yellow Diamond

So I have been going back and forth between man-made and mined. I thought that man-made was the best for me, but I am skeptical of the certifications. I found some natural options and would love your opinion. I am looking for a radiant 1.0-1.5, minimum of fancy yellow color and under $6K. Eye clean …


Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for $500-700 Budget

I’m looking for a round diamond that looks good. I don’t know anything much about them. My price range is between 500-700 I know that I’ll probably be around 1/3 carat. The bigger the better…thanks for your input. I appreciate it. James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology …


Q&A: Looking for Round Cut for $10-12K Budget

First of all I’d like to thank you for your wonderfully informative website. I am looking to buy a round diamond for a solitaire setting. My requirements are simple, I’d like it to be as big and sparkly as possible, while maintaining “eye-clean” status. My budget is about $10,000 to $12,000 USD for the diamond. …


Q&A: Looking for 1.5 Ct. Oval Cut for Solitaire Setting

Great website, thank you for putting together this resource! I am finally looking to purchase an engagement ring for my girlfriend of 3 years and propose at the beginning of February on a trip to Miami.! The diamond will be on a solitaire setting, on white gold, size 6 ring finger. Onto the diamond itself. …


Q&A: Looking for Princess Cut for 3 Stone Setting

I am looking for a princess cut diamond for a three-stone ring. I am looking to spend around ~5,000 for the ring and setting. Right now I was looking at https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/H-VS1-Good-Cut-Princess-Diamond-1450622.asp with this setting https://www.jamesallen.com/design-your-three-stone-ring/three-stone-engagement-ring-setting.html. The most important thing to me is that it looks good and shines. Any advice? Thank you so much! James Allen …


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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