Shape: Cushion Cut

Q&A: Choosing a Cushion Cut Diamond for a White Gold Halo Setting Engagement Ring

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Hello! First off, thank you for all of the wonderful education that you provide via this site! There is a lot to learn and having this resource is truly invaluable. I am in the market to purchase a loose diamond, which will likely be going into a 14k white gold split shank setting, with pave …

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Q&A: Choosing a 1.25 Ct. Cushion Cut Diamond for around $6500

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

I am looking to purchase a diamond for an upcoming engagement and am wondering what you think about the diamonds that I have listed below. I have been looking at diamonds for a while with the girlfriend and have determined that she wants a rectangle cushion cut diamond. I have been looking to see what …

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Q&A: Looking for the Best Diamond for a 14k White Gold Solitaire Setting

Last Updated On: June 29, 2020

Hi, Thank you so very much for the service you provide here. I am beginning my initial process of looking at stones for an engagement ring. I am trying to find either a cushion brilliant or cushion modified brilliant cut stone that will be clean to the naked eye and hopefully in the 1.5-2.0 caret …

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Q&A: Looking for a 1.4 Ct. or Larger Cushion Cut Diamond to Look Great in a Micropave Halo Setting

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Love your website and it has educated me well in my search for an engagement ring. I’m looking to buy a micropave halo engagement ring for my girlfriend and want to spend around 9k on a cushion cut diamond preferably 1.4 ct and above. Do you have any suggestions? Thanks so much! What do …

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Q&A: Looking for a Cushion or Radiant 0.90-1.00 Ct. Diamond for $2800-$3400 Budget

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Greetings, I really appreciate all of the knowledge and experience you have provided on this website for prospective diamond buyers like me. I am currently on the hunt for a loose diamond to match a setting my girlfriend really fell in love with at the (mall) jewelry store after much searching online and at other …

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Q&A: Searching for the Best Value 1.2 Ct. Radiant Cut Diamond

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Thanks for the excellent advice on your site. I have the basics from my girlfriend, who likes the princess cut and a white setting. I am looking online, and it seems that a radiant cut might be a slightly better value. I thought that this diamond with this setting would be just as nice, since …

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Q&A: Deciding between Asscher Cut and Cushion Cut Diamonds

Last Updated On: October 24, 2017

Can you view these two diamonds on James Allen and choose which one is the better buy? the 1.50 stands out because polish and symmetry are Excellent, but the diamond in the slide show has little specs all over the surface, which is throwing me off. Help! 1.50 H VS1 Asscher Cut Excellent Excellent SKU181903 …

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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.