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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: Choosing a 1.00 Ct. Round Diamond for a Solitaire Setting With a $4k Budget

Hi! I’m helping my brother buy his engagement ring. He is looking at a 1 carat round diamond. His budget for the diamond alone is $4,000. It will just be solitaire ring. We were looking at diamonds on James Allen but we were overwhelmed with the selection. Here are two of what we think are …


Q&A: Choosing a Center Diamond for a Rose Gold Setting Within a $3,000 Budget

Hi, I’m looking to get an engagement ring from James Allen but I’m really unsure of what diamond to get for the ring. The setting I’m looking at is as below: 14K ROSE GOLD 2MM COMFORT FIT SOLITAIRE ENGAGEMENT RING (SIX PRONG) I think the round cut is the best way to go, but as …


Q&A: Choosing a 1.00 Ct. Colorless Round Diamond With a $7k Budget

Hello, I’m looking to buy an engagement ring for, hopefully, my fiancee to be. I nearly went to Tiffany to buy a ring before I thought I’d do some more research and came across your site. I’ve been on it for the whole day and have checked out Ringo, then AI assistant. I understand that …


Q&A: Experience Shopping for Sapphire and Diamond Earrings on a $1.5k Budget

Looking for last minute gift. I’d like to get diamond earrings necklace or bracelet. Any suggestions??? What do you think of this product? Sapphire and Diamond Twist Earrings Just looking for your overall assessment before I pull trigger. Value? What do all clarity ratings mean? Would this be a good purchase in your opinion? Sapphire …


Q&A: Choosing a Round Diamond for a Halo Setting With Up to $10,000 Budget

Hello, I was wondering if you could take a look at a diamond for me and let me know your thoughts? I’ve been utilizing the Ringo tool to weed out diamonds that aren’t eye clean. I already have a white gold halo setting, so I’m looking for a round center stone. Please let me know …


Q&A: Looking for Diamond Studs With a $9,500 Total Budget

Hi there, I’m looking for diamond studs. My goal is to keep the entire transaction below/around $9,500, including setting, appraisal, fees, etc, while hitting the 2-carat point on the pair. Is that possible? Here’s the best priced 2tcw I-color pair I found. The diamonds are very nicely cut and would be very bright and brilliant …



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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