Shape: Cushion Cut

Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond for a Pavé Setting With a $6k Total Budget

Last Updated On: December 27, 2017

I’m looking for a diamond for an engagement ring. I really like both cushion and round diamonds. What is your opinion on these 2 cuts? I’ve seen that, given similar characteristics, for the same price I can get a slightly bigger cushion diamond. Is it worth it or a round diamond still has a better …

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Q&A: Looking for an Asscher, Cushion or Round Cut Diamond for a Platinum Pave With a $16k–$20k Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

Hello, I’m hoping you can help in my search for the following: – Princess cut – Pavé setting – Budget 12-15k GBP – Must arrive in the U.K. within a month! N.B. I haven’t got my girlfriend’s size yet but her hands are small, so I would err on the petite side for the band. …

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Q&A: Choosing a Cushion Cut Diamond for a Cushion Halo Setting With Up to $8,000 Budget

Last Updated On: December 11, 2017

Thanks for your site and help in advance! I’m starting my search for a 1.3-1.5 carat centre cushion with pave set in either platinum or rose gold. Maybe total 1.8-1.9 carat if possible. Something like this: www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/halo/14k-white-gold-cushion-outline-and-pave-gallery-engagement-ring-item-53074?a_aid=dmnd1357 Can I get something with a budget of 8000 for diamond and setting? If not, can you please …

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Q&A: Looking for an Oval or Cushion-Shaped Fancy Yellow Diamond With Up to $30k

Last Updated On: November 11, 2017

I am trying to help my son find a fancy yellow oval or cushion cut stone for his fiancé. Between three and four carats. I would appreciate any advice! Thanks. I’d be happy to help you. Can you please give me his ballpark figure of what he’s looking to spend, so I know where to …

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Q&A: Choosing a Cushion Cut Diamond for a White Gold Halo Setting With Around $7k Budget

Last Updated On: November 10, 2017

Hello, I’m looking for a diamond roughly somewhere between 1.2 – 1.6 carat. In your opinion, would I get more “bang for my buck” with something in the I-H, VS2-SI1 range that is eye clear and on the top end of my carat range, OR something G-F, VVSI1-VS1 with a smaller carat weight? All other …

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Q&A: Choosing a Radiant Cut Diamond for a Rose Gold Solitaire With Up to $5,000 Budget

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

I am looking to buy a cushion or round cut diamond for a solitaire setting in rose gold. By budget is around 4k, however my wife would prefer the ring to be under 3k as she plans to wear it often and doesn’t want to be too worried about loosing it. After reading your articles …

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Q&A: Help Choosing a Cushion Cut Diamond for a Halo Setting for Under $8,000 In Total

Last Updated On: November 9, 2017

Hi! I’m looking for a cushion cut diamond for this setting from James Allen: www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/halo/14k-white-gold-round-split-band-diamond-halo-engagement-ring-item-49498?a_aid=dmnd1357 I’d like something over 1.0 carat as it’s a pretty substantial setting and spend less than $8,000. Everytime I think I’ve found the one, the expert gemologist dings it based on the crown/pavilion angles or the depth. Can you help? …

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Q&A: Looking for a 3 Ct. Cushion Cut Diamond for a Yellow or Rose Gold Solitaire

Last Updated On: July 3, 2025

I’m awhile out from buying an engagement ring, but I am trying to get as educated as possible. I’ve been doing my research for awhile so I’m really well-versed in diamond information. I would really prefer a solitaire that is around 3 carats (but more is greatly appreciated). Cushion is what I like the best… …

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