Shape: Cushion Cut

Q&A: Choosing a Cushion or Radiant Cut Canary Diamond with a $20k to $30k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I’m in process of buying an engagement ring and she / we really like the Canary diamonds. Saw several in a high end (but highly reputable and been in business for many, many years) jewelry store in Ponte Vedra, Florida, all with spectacular heirloom, antique style settings. But prices were also pretty amazing…top pick was …

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Q&A: Shopping for a 1 Ct. Cushion Cut Yellow Diamond in a Band with White Diamonds For Around $8k

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi, I wonder if you can help me with my request. I am looking to have an engagement ring made. I would like a Novo-styled or pave ring, with a yellow centre stone of around 1 ct. The colour is more important than the final diamond size or carat weight. I would like the yellow diamond …

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Q&A: Choosing a Radiant or Cushion Cut Diamond Around 2 Ct. for a $14,000 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Looking for a radiant in the 1.9-2.2 c (anything around that 2 carat range) with a 14,000 dollar budget. I would also consider princess or cushions in the similar size and price range. Thank you for any help you can offer (esp in what to look for in radiant/cushions since they are a little harder …

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Q&A: Help Selecting a Cushion Cut Diamond for a Pave Halo Ring with Around $5k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi there, I was wondering if I could get some advice on a diamond engagement ring I looked at today. The stats are: 0.7ct, F colour, VS1, cushion cut, set in 18k white gold halo setting with 0.3ct of diamond. The diamond in this instance was a branded diamond, it was a Canadian one with a …

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Q&A: Finding the Best 1.5 Ct. Cushion or Round Cut Diamond for Around $9k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hi, I was looking for a cushion cut diamond for an engagement ring, preferably more round looking than square. Given your strong backing of James Allen I am only looking to purchase from their site. There were several diamonds that looked good, but the one I like the most due to it’s round like shape …

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Q&A: Choosing a Cushion or Radiant Cut Diamond for Up To $5,000 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

My boyfriend and I are looking for a pear shaped diamond for my engagement ring. We have a tight budget. $3,000. I keep hearing people say to shop at james allen. But we’re skeptical. … Actually, we are no longer looking for pears. I fell in love with the cushion cut. Ok, Is your budget the …

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Q&A: Looking for an Eye-Clean Cushion Cut Diamond for a White Gold Solitaire Band Within a $8k – $9k Range

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

Hi, thanks for the great site! It’s very educational and is a really great resource. I read a previous post about someone looking for an oval diamond who wanted your opinion on Brain Gavin vs James Allen. You mentioned you would stick with JA, because BG specializes in super ideal round cuts. What do you …

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Q&A: Help Picking a Fancy Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond for a Platinum Solitaire Setting with a $1,500 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

So I am looking to buy a ring for the woman I want to marry. I went to James Allen looking at rings, I found a setting i like. Even after reading over forums and this page. I still feel lost to the aspects of diamonds. I’ve found I like how cushion cuts look but …

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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.