Shape: Cushion Cut

Q&A: Finding a Cushion Cut Diamond as Close to 1 Ct. as Possible with a $4k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hello, I’m in the process of looking for an engagement ring. Since, I’ve heard horror stories of men buying rings for their girlfriend, and while she says yes, secretly she’s disappointed because the ring isn’t what she would have picked out. All this to say, I had my girlfriend do some research on which sort of …

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Q&A: Choosing a 2 Ct. Cushion or Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond with a $20k – $25k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Thank you for such a great site, very descriptive and helpful. I’m looking to purchase a yellow diamond engagement ring for my lady. As confusing as white diamonds can be, there seems to be a lot of information about yellow diamonds that is misguided. So, I’m looking for your help and expertise! Here are the …

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Q&A: Asking for a Second Opinion on a 1.20 Ct. Cushion Cut Diamond for $4,500 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I was wondering if you could give me your opinion on this diamond from B2C Jewels: Stock No: 4613724 Carat Weight: 1.20 Cut: Good Color: F Clarity: VS2 Price($): 4573.33 Lab Name: GIA Certificate No: 1152817185 Depth: 80.10 Table: 65.00 Polish: Very Good Symmetry: Good Girdle: TN-XTK Culet: None Fluorescence: None Ratio: 1.02 Measurements: 5.52×5.64×4.42 …

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Q&A: Searching for a 1.2 – 1.4 Ct. Cushion Cut Diamond Without the Crushed Ice Look

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hello, I really like the cushion cut style, but hate the “crushed ice” look. I’ve been searching on both the Blue Nile website and James Allen, and was only able to find two in my price range that have more of cushion brilliant cut (I think). Can you provide any insight/advice regarding the crushed ice style …

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Q&A: Searching for a Cushion Cut 1.3-1.5 Fancy Yellow Diamond for around $7,000 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hello! Looking for a cushion cut 1.3-1.5 fancy yellow diamond. Have looked through Blue Nile inventory but am confused on light vs fancy vs fancy intense. Is the difference that noticeable? Looking for stone only – Have a designer to put ring together. Thank you. There is a huge difference and I would never recommend …

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Q&A: Choosing a Cushion-Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Around 1 Ct. for a Platinum or White Gold Halo Setting

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hi, my girlfriends dream engagement ring is a cushion cut canary diamond in white gold or platinum with a halo of white diamonds. She absolutely hates yellow gold so it is not an option, even as a basket unless it is not visible at all. I was hoping you could recommend me a diamond or …

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Q&A: Help Choosing a Cushion Cut Diamond for a White Gold Halo Setting with Around $5k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hey, I was wondering if you could help me find a cushion cut diamond with a maximum budget of $5000. It is going to be set in this ring here: http://www.loveaffairdiamonds.com/the-kylie-halo/ If you find a diamond which is cheaper and you think I should be getting it then I’d be happy ! Ps. Love your site! …

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Q&A: Help Picking a 1.25 – 1.5 Ct. Cushion Cut Diamond for a Platinum Baguette Style Ring for Around $10k Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Thank you for all the help you site has provided me so far but i am having trouble making the final decision. I am looking for about a 1.25 carat cushion cut diamond that will be set in a platinum baguette style setting. I would like to keep the cost to about 10,000 but could …

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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.