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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: Round Brilliant 0.9-1 Carat for $5K Budget

I just ordered the setting in the link below and I’m looking for a nice diamond from James Allen to put in it. My budget is $5000-5400 for the diamond. I’m looking for a round excellent cut in the .90-1 carat range that is eye clean. Thanks for writing. That’s a beautiful setting! Here’s what …


Q&A: “Clueless about buying an engagement ring and don’t want to break the bank”

When I saw that our mutual friend Drew Hinkes posted your Anderson Cooper appearance on Facebook, I checked around on your site and I knew immediately that you were someone I needed to talk to. I am clueless about buying an engagement ring, and don’t want to break the bank. I always thought ordering online …


Q&A: $20K Budget for Round Diamond: “Any help would be massively appreciated”

Q&A: $20K Budget for Round Diamond: “Any help would be massively appreciated”

I can see you have helped many.. I am looking at these two and wondering if I have made a good chouice. My budget is roughly 20k USD for a diamond. Here are my two picks so far. https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-SI1-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1379117.asp https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-VS1-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1334682.asp  Any help would be massively appreciated. James Allen James Allen is the leader in online …


Q&A: Looking for Princess Cut Diamond for $1700 Budget

Shape- Princess Color – G to I Clarity – VS1 or higher Budget $1700 I looked at this: james allen Diamond 1384683 Setting 11010W Any suggestions? Something better? James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology is the same as inspecting a diamond with a jeweler’s loupe. They have the largest …


Q&A: “I would be foolish to not ask for the help you so kindly offer…”

First of all, thank you for your website, it is a fantastic resource. I’ve been doing research on my own, including reading the articles on your site, but I would be foolish to not ask for the help you so kindly offer. So with that, here is my situation: I’m searching for the best round …


Q&A: Best Round Brilliant Diamond for $20K Budget

Ira, first… I really enjoyed reading your web site and all the straight, sensible advice and experience you share. It is a fantastic resource! I also went to Penn/Wharton and of course have a soft spot for fellow graduates, esp. OPIM guys (they called it DSCI in my days… I did DSCI/FNCE). Anyways, I think …


Q&A: Need Your Help to Make that Final Decision!

Thanks for the very informative site. I pretty much have most of the info I need to buy a diamond. I have been wondering about how would I know that when I purchase a diamond, the certificate I get is for the stone I get. Also, if I take it to some local place to …


Q&A: Marquise Diamond for $3500 Budget

Q&A: Marquise Diamond for $3500 Budget

Ive been researching and shopping for diamonds for a few weeks, and have found your site very helpful and informative. Im looking for a marquise cut diamond for my fiance-to-be. Id like to stick to a budget for the stone and setting combined around $4500-5000. Im looking for a stone 1 carat or better if at all possible …


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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