Cushion cut engagement rings are a wonderfully different choice for an unusual but highly romantic diamond engagement ring. Cushion cut diamonds do not have the fire of the more commonly found round brilliant or square princess cut diamonds as the cut was designed to sparkle by candle light. Therefore if your future fiancée likes her jewelry to be a different from the masses and appreciates a more subtle sparkle, a cushion cut diamond engagement ring may be an ideal choice for her. Cushion cut diamonds are however a little harder to find than the more modern cuts as the quality of the diamond becomes more important in this type of cut as inclusions are not as easily hidden by reflections of light and a greater number of smaller facets. As they are harder to track down, this only adds to the exclusivity and therefore the desirability of the cushion cut diamond.
How to Choose Your Ideal Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
As with any diamond, the quality of the central diamond solitaire is the most important consideration. With cushion cut diamonds, the color and clarity of the gemstone is vital as the cut would show up any inclusions which may be present very clearly. This is because the cushion cut includes many wide and open facets, inclusions can be more easily hidden in the faceting of princess and brilliant cuts for example. As the cushion cut does not posses quite as much sparkle as some of the alternative cuts, any yellow tones or inclusions will further reduce the sparkle of the diamond which is highly undesirable. If you find that the high quality cushion cuts in your desired carat bracket are out of your price range, it may be wiser to opt for a lower carat whilst maintaining quality to ensure that the diamond looks as good as possible. If you would not like to sacrifice carats for quality, it may be best to opt for a different cut where inclusions can be more easily hidden.
The guidelines for the shape of the cushion cut are quite broad and the shapes can range from rectangular to more square. The ideal shapes tend to be in between the two, but the final choice is dependent on your own personal taste and the availability of the cushion cut diamond engagement rings on the market. The next consideration should be the style of the ring. If your future fiancée prefers her jewelry to be more classical, she may really appreciate antique cushion cut engagement rings. A cushion cut diamond is well suited to antique styles and if done well can be the epitome of classic elegance and romance. However if a more contemporary style may be preferred, combining the cushion cut with a simple white gold or platinum setting can really show off the beauty of the diamond.
Whatever style of cushion cut engagement ring you choose, the piece is sure to deliver a stunningly elegant and romantic effect. Cushion cut engagement rings are a wonderful choice for those looking for a high quality, highly unusual diamond piece for an extra special offering.
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