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By Mike Fried,

Diamond

Guide to the 4 C’s of Diamonds
Asscher Cut Diamonds
Cushion Cut Engagement Rings
Canary Yellow Diamonds
Pink Diamonds
Fancy Red Diamonds
Pear Shape Engagement Rings
Emerald Rings
Sapphire Rings
Princess Cut Diamonds
White Gold Rose Gold Yellow Gold Platinum
1 Carat Diamond Ring Guide
2 Carat Diamond Ring Guide
3 Carat Diamond Ring Guide
Emerald Cut Diamonds
Oval Cut Diamonds
Hearts & Arrows Super Ideal-Cut Diamonds
Diamond Shape Primer
Pear Shape Diamonds
Radiant Cut Diamonds
Marquise Diamonds
VVS Diamond Buying Guide
Diamond Accents
Round Cut Diamonds

Reviews

Costco Diamonds Jewelry Reviews
Helzberg Reviews
Kay Jewelers Review
Shane Co Diamonds Jewelry Reviews
Blue Nile Review
Tiffany And Co Review
Zales Jewelers Outlet Review
Buying Diamonds on eBay
Brilliance.com Review
Harry Winston Review
Robbins Bros Review
Ben Bridge Review
Appleby Review
Bucherer Review
Christ Jewellery Review
Ernest Jones Review
Gassan Diamonds Review
Gubelin Switzerland Review
Leicht Jeweliere Review
Wempe Review
The Complete Diamond Ring Review (pre-set engagement rings)
The Complete Diamond Stud Earrings Review
UK Diamond Buying Guide
Antwerp Diamond Buying Guide
NYC Diamond Buying Guide

Education

Diamond Clarity Scale Chart
Diamond Color
Diamond Shapes
Diamond Cuts
Diamond Fluorescence
Diamond Prices
Lab Created Diamonds
EGL
Guide Ring Settings
IGI
Selling Diamond Means Losing Money
Best Place to Buy an Engagement Ring
How to Tell if a Diamond is Real or Fake
Diamond vs. Moissanite
Diamond Certification
Platinum vs White Gold vs Yellow Gold vs Rose Gold
Holloway Cut Adviser Review
What is Diamond Polish?
What is Diamond Symmetry?
Should I Buy a Diamond Online?
Where is the Best Place to Buy an Engagement Ring?
Proposal Ideas
The Engagement Ring Tradition
Clarity Enhancement – Treated Diamonds
Evolution of the Diamond Market
Celebrity Engagement Rings
July Birthstone
August Birthstone
September Birthstone
October Birthstone
November Birthstone
December Birthstone
January Birthstone
February Birthstone 
March Birthstone
April Birthstone
May Birthstone
June Birthstone
How Diamonds are Formed
Engagement vs. Wedding Rings: Here’s What You Should Know
The Best Engagement Rings for Every Style
White Sapphire Engagement Rings Guide
14K Gold: Price, Purity and Jewelry Styles

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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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