Shape: Cushion Cut

Q&A: Choosing a Round or Cushion Diamond for a Bezel or Three-Stone Setting with $5,000 Total Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

We are looking for a diamond engagement ring either bezel set or three stone with sapphire side stones for about 5k. Can you help us locate? I prefer diamond with a lot of sparkle and will sacrifice size for quality. I’d be happy to help you, I just need a little more info. Can you …

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Q&A: Choosing a 1.25-1.5 Ct. Cushion Cut Diamond for a Platinum Halo/Pave Setting with up to $10k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hello, I really enjoy your website as I am in the process of buying an engagement ring. Being a normal guy, i really dont know much about this stuff- so your website has been a lifesaver so far. I have talked with my girlfriend, and know baselines of what she wants. I was hoping someone …

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Q&A: Finding an Eye-Clean 1.5 to 2 Ct. Fancy Yellow Diamond for a White Gold Pave Setting

Last Updated On: January 23, 2019

I’m looking for a yellow diamond with a halo setting. I would like it to be eye clean but otherwise I don’t care about the rating. I don’t mind if it is light yellow but I don’t want any other color (brown, green, etc.). I would like around a 1.5 carat diamond to 2 carats, …

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Q&A: Choosing a 1.5-2.0 Ct. Cushion Cut Diamond with Around $10k – $12k Budget

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

First off, this site has been an incredible help. I am looking for a diamond for an engagement ring and would like your assistance. I’ve been shopping and reading online for the past couple of weeks. It’s been amazing to me how many different opinions there are around this cut of diamond and how varying …

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Q&A: Choosing a 0.9- 1.0 Round or Cushion Shape Diamond for a Halo Design with a $4k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hello, my budget is around $4000 for the diamond. I’m looking for a 0.9- 1.0 carat, SI1-SI2, round cut or cushion cut diamond to put on a halo design. If you could help me find the best diamond that would be awesome! If I could have an option of each to choose between the two …

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Q&A: Looking for a 1.5+ Ct. Diamond for a Yellow Gold Solitaire Setting with Around $35k Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

For many reasons, I have narrowed down my options to 1.5+ carats, D-F color for ‘true’ diamond though might consider a leap to a colored stone, e.g., the blue diamond. Yellow 18k solitaire or very simple setting. Clarity is less critical, though I seem to be able to tell the category jumps (v to vvs, …

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Q&A: Choosing a 2 Ct. Cushion Cut Diamond Within a $14,500 Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi, I’m wondering if you can give me an opinion regarding the following diamond for $14,500: Is the price fair? Ho concerned should I be about the girdle for cushion cuts? Thank you!! GIA Cushion Modified Brilliant Measurements: 7.31 x 6.65 x 4.29 mm Carat Weight: 1.81 carat Color Grade: E Clarity Grade: SI1 Proportions …

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Q&A: Choosing a Fancy Yellow Square Diamond for around $3,000 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi. I’m looking to purchase a yellow diamond in one of the square cuts and am leaning towards cushion cut. I am trying to decide between lebish or james allen to purchase from. As far as the pictures provided on their websites is there one you feel is more accurate then the other with regards …

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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.