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Q&A: Choosing a Cushion Cut Diamond from Brian Gavin

By Mike Fried,

Shape: Cushion Cut

Q&A: Choosing a Cushion Cut Diamond from Brian Gavin

I have been looking online at diamonds. I was originally looking for a 1 ct cushion but after finding this Brian Gavin cushion signature 0.711 it appears to have the same face size as 1ct with having the extra sparkle. Would I be correct and do you think this is a good buy? AGS #104083556038 …



Q&A: Looking for a 1.5ct Chunky Cushion Diamond for a Platinum Pavé Setting

Q&A: Looking for a 1.5ct Chunky Cushion Diamond for a Platinum Pavé Setting

Dear Diamonds Pro, I am interested in getting a cushion cut diamond engagement ring from James Allen with the PLATINUM THIN FRENCH-CUT PAVE setting. The choice I have so far is between these two cushion cut diamonds (that seem to have more of the chunky/antique effect rather than the crushed ice effect), and I’d prefer …





Q&A: Help Finding a 1Ct. Cushion Cut Diamond with Around $4k Budget

Hello, I was just curious if you could assist with helping me select a diamond from James Allen. I’m looking for a cushion cut, 1ct or a little more, color of D or E, clarity can be SI1/2 or VS1/2. Having read some of your articles, it seems like lower clarity grades can be had …



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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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