Archive for Cushion Cut
Q&A: Best Cushion or Radiant Diamond for $8K Budget
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Q: Thank you very much for your education on the diamond industry. I had done a good bit of research before a friend recommended your site, and i was well prepared for the second-tier learning you offer. I also appreciate the James Allen recommendation, that site is great.
I am looking at a fixed budget purchase for the highest quality diamond i can get. that budget is 8000 and down…with 8000 being the most i really want to pay but doesnt mean a nice well balanced 6k diamond is out of the question at all.
I am looking for exclusively Cushion or Radiant diamonds, my real preference being the square cushions and am thinking i can possibly get something around 1.1-1.2 carats, G color (though you recommend slightly higher for these cuts), VS2/SI1…it is going to be set on a white gold ring with two .15 carat pears on the side, and the band tapers into the point on the pears which face away from the center stone.
I look forward to your insight, thank you! I realize the cut makes it more difficult but that is her desire.
Q&A: Cushion Cut Diamond for $3K Budget
Posted by: | CommentsQ: Your site has been extremely helpful and educational. My boyfriend and I have been shopping for engagement rings for about a month. We have decided to purchase from James Allen. We have a budget of $3,000 for the diamond. I like a more square cut diamond and have been looking at cushion cut diamonds. I like the antique look of a cushion cut. I am hoping to get a 1 carat diamond, eye clean. We are trying to get the best diamond for our money. The diamond will be set in white gold. Below are some of the diamonds we are looking at.
http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds-search/diamonds/G-SI2-Ideal-Cut-Cushion-Diamond-953065.asp
http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds-search/diamonds/E-VS2-Ideal-Cut-Cushion-Diamond-1276042.asp
Are we on the right track?
Thank You
Cushion Cuts are very popular these days. We’re finding they are our most requested shape after Round and Princess.
Here’s the Stats (Or Click Here for a Copy of the GIA Certificate):
Diamond Magnified 20x - Click to Enlarge
Shape: Cushion Brilliant
Carats: 1.21
Diamond Clarity: SI2
Measurements: 6.04 * 6.01 * 4.14 mm
Depth: 68.9%
Table: 65%
Diamond Polish: Excellent
Diamond Symmetry: Good
Diamond Price: $5,210
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Q&A: Question about Diamond Inclusions
Posted by: | CommentsQ: I purchased a diamond from JamesAllen that has twinning wisps and feather inclusions. I just want to be absolutely sure this diamond is sound and these inclusions cannot be seen visually or cause the diamond to crack in the future. I attached a link of the diamond. Your help is much appreciated..
http://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/G-SI2-Ideal-Cut-Cushion-Diamond-1311839.asp
Q&A: Looking for a Squarish Cushion Cut at Least One Carat for $5000
Posted by: | CommentsQ: So the time has come for me to find the right stone for an engagement ring. Your website has been a great help. Truly clearing up some of my misconceptions and keeping me away from salesmen. Thank you!
I have found one stone I am interested in and am curious if you might be able to suggest a better stone.
I am looking for an ideal cushion cut 1 caret or greater stone that is spotless to the eye. Budget $4000-$5500.
Color F or greater with no florescence.
Very good polish and symmetry.
This is the stone I am currently milling over.
http://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/F-VS2-Ideal-Cut-Cushion-Diamond-1342191.asp
I had previously read that with the cushion cut I would want to stay with a greater color and quality due to the large faucets. I prefer a ratio below 1.13.
I may set it into this band:
or a band resembling the second ring on the top row from the left with the two black side stones.
Thank you for your time and assistance. Your articles on cushion cut stones are great!
Q&A: Square, Asscher, or Cushion Cut Diamond?
Posted by: | CommentsQ: I’m looking for a square cut diamond in an antique or antique reproduction setting. I generally prefer the radiant cut, but the attached ring is assher and I really like the setting.
http://antiqueengagementrings.com/shopping/shopexd.asp?id=2527
I really like this ring. It’s over 2 carats. My first concern is color – J – while you recommend H or better for emerald / assher cuts. Should I be concerned about the color of this particular stone? It looks fine to me in the photo.
I guess my other concern is will the whether I will be disappointed in the radiance / sparkle of this stone. I do prefer the more organized pattern of the assher cut over the somewhat disorganized pattern of a radiant cut, but what you gain in order / structure you lose in sparkle, so I guess it’s a bit of a tradeoff.
If you had any thoughts, I would be greatly appreciative. Thanks.
*Special Q&A*: Cushion Cut Diamond & Lysol Wipes
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Q: Thanks for providing this website… It has been a wealth of useful information for me 
I’m planning to get engaged early next year and have started to take a look at rings. Based on your article about Diamond Stud Earrings, I have pretty much decided to buy from James Allen, since they seem to be high quality, reliable and reasonably priced.
With that said, I’m totally open to your suggestions…
Here are my thoughts so far:
Cut:
I was thinking of going with a cushion cut, because my girlfriend doesn’t like the round cut, and the princess cut just looks a little bland to me. I like the cushion cut because it’s square-ish but seems to sparkle like a round cut. What are your thoughts on this? Would I be better with a princess cut or is a cushion cut good?
Weight:
I’d like something bigger than 1.5 karats, and smaller than 2.5 karats. Obviously that’s a huge range, but ultimately I’m looking for the best value for money. I want my girlfriend to look at the ring and have that ”wow” factor.
Color/Clarity:
This is where I get stuck. I want the diamond to be eye-clean. This is imperative. I also don’t want it to be visibly yellow to the naked eye in normal lighting. Based on my reading, I’m thinking that I need at least a VS2 and H color, but again, I want the best value for money. If it makes sense to get something better, I’m all for it.
Budget:
I’m looking to spend between $10,000 and $15,000 on the diamond itself. Obviously, the cheaper the better – but ultimately I’m looking for a purchase that will wow my girlfriend and represent outstanding value for money.
OK, so that’s all I have. If you could help me, I would REALLY appreciate it.
Thanks and regards.
