Q&A: Choosing a Platinum Cushion Pave Ring with a Cushion Cut Diamond With a $12,000 Budget
The following is a real email conversation between The Diamond Pro and a reader just like you who contacted us.
Personal information is always removed. Learn from these posts, or contact us yourself to get free personalized help.
I’m looking at this diamond:
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.90-carat-h-color-si1-clarity-sku-9814741?a_aid=dmnd1357
with this setting:
Platinum Cushion Outline Pave Engagement Ring
Thoughts?
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.90-carat-h-color-si1-clarity-sku-9814741?a_aid=dmnd1357 – This diamond is a bit deeply cut. We usually recommend staying below 68% depth. Also, this diamond has a knot – we try to avoid knots, etch channels, cavities as much as possible. Such inclusions might disrupt the integrity of the diamond.
I found these alternatives with similar measurements:
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.81-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-9228408?a_aid=dmnd1357
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.79-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-sku-10670900?a_aid=dmnd1357
Which of these two would be best or about the same?
They are very similar, I’d probably go with the cheaper one (it also has a better clarity grade).
Ok, thanks. I bought it today.
I’m glad I could help you.
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 exclusive loose diamond inventory online and fantastic prices. They also have the nicest collection of lab created diamonds online. James Allen is currently running a 25% off Mothers Day Sale on Engagement Rings and other Jewlery gifts. - No questions asked returns within 30 days of shipment. James Allen will send you a paid shipping label to return the ring.
- Lifetime Warranty
- Free International Shipping
- Free prong tightening, repolishing, rhodium plating and cleaning every 6 months
- Provide insurance appraisals
- One free resizing within 60 days of purchase
- Free ring inscriptions
- Best-in-class high quality imagery of all diamonds in stock
- 24/7 Customer Service
- Best-in-class packaging
Blue Nile is the largest and most well known internet jewelry seller. They have a very large exclusive online inventory. Their high quality images are catching up to James Allens' and their prices are amazing. Blue Nile have generously offered our readers an exclusive one-time use coupon. (Click Here to save $100 off orders of $1000 or more) - No questions asked returns within 30 days of shipment. Blue Nile will send you a paid shipping label to return the ring.
- Lifetime Warranty
- Free Shipping
- Free prong tightening, repolishing, rhodium plating and cleaning every 6 months
- Provide insurance appraisal
- One free resizing within the first year of purchase
- High quality images of about half of their diamonds
- 24/7 Customer Service
- 100% credit towards future upgrades (must be at least double in value)
- Best in class fulfillment
Still afraid of getting ripped off?
Before you buy a diamond, get personal buying advice from industry veterans. We'll help you get the best diamond for the money.
Ask your diamond purchase question here
DISCLAIMER: We don't use your email for marketing. Period.