3ct cushion cut, opinions?

[pupmen]

Hi Everyone,

I’m a newbie about to purchase the following stone.

3.01 Carat cushion modified diamond

This cushion modified cut 3.01 carat I color si1 clarity has a diamond grading report from GIA

www.jamesallen.com

Just wondering if anyone had any overall opinions on the stone/cut based on the limited images and GIA report. Or if there’s something I might be missing?

Thanks in advance!

 

[PearCraze]

Hello newbie! Looking at the GIA cert, there is some bulkiness that is taking away from the the face-up dimensions- I.e I think you can get a larger face up appearance if you went with a different cut cushion. There is a little bit of mush going on in the middle, with brightness mainly coming from the edges.

 

[pupmen]

Wow, thanks very much. I might have to keep looking. Appreciate your insight.

 

[tyty333]

Hi @pupmen ,

This stone is not cut well and has a ton of leakage. In general, just not a pretty stone.

Depending on your budget you may need to go down in size to get something decent.

If you need help looking, let us know your specs and budget/wishes.

 

[pupmen]

Thanks, good to know. I would really appreciate help looking (I have no idea what I’m doing as you can tell).

Ideally looking for a cushion cut around 2.7-3ct, eye clean SI2, I or better color. Hoping to spend around $25,000. I’d greatly appreciate any thoughts or specific recommendations!

 

[pupmen]

Any thoughts on these ones below? Which one is your favourite @tyty333? How about you @PearCraze? Am I getting closer?

2.52 Carat cushion modified diamond

This cushion modified cut 2.52 carat E color si1 clarity has a diamond grading report from GIA

www.jamesallen.com

2.52 Carat cushion modified diamond

This cushion modified cut 2.52 carat G color vs1 clarity has a diamond grading report from GIA

www.jamesallen.com

2.60 Carat cushion modified diamond

This cushion modified cut 2.6 carat I color vs2 clarity has a diamond grading report from GIA

www.jamesallen.com

 

[EClove]

I’m not an expert in cushion cuts so hoping others can weight in here. I like the look of this one (crisp facets, doesn’t look like any dead spots) but it does have string Fluor

diamond-220106-23HK | Frank Darling

Sustainably grown lab diamonds and conflict-free natural diamonds. Shop competitively priced GIA diamonds in every shape, from emerald cut to round brilliant.

frankdarling.com

This is my favorite one I’ve found on JA but it’s hard to tell cut on these videos. Most look really mushy. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/2.52-carat-g-color-vs1-clarity-sku-13970406

 

[Lookinagain]

of the ones linked I like the Frank Darling one the best for the cut.

I don't see a lot out there. Here's a few that look like they are not mushy but the SI1 says additional clouds not shown.

2.70 Carat I VS2 Cushion Natural Diamond GIA Certified Excellent Cut - D50627930

2.70 carat, Cushion, I Color, VS2 clarity, GIA Certified Diamond, Excellent Cut Natural Diamond, D50627930

www.adiamor.com

2.50 Carat I SI1 Cushion Natural Diamond GIA Certified 3435144126 Excellent Cut - D51469619

2.50 carat, Cushion, I Color, SI1 clarity, GIA Certified Diamond, GIA Certificate 3435144126, Excellent Cut Natural Diamond, D51469619

www.adiamor.com

 

[Kim N]

I’m not an expert in cushion cuts so hoping others can weight in here. I like the look of this one (crisp facets, doesn’t look like any dead spots) but it does have string Fluor

diamond-220106-23HK | Frank Darling

Sustainably grown lab diamonds and conflict-free natural diamonds. Shop competitively priced GIA diamonds in every shape, from emerald cut to round brilliant.

frankdarling.com

This is my favorite one I’ve found on JA but it’s hard to tell cut on these videos. Most look really mushy. https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/2.52-carat-g-color-vs1-clarity-sku-13970406

The Frank Darling stone is available on Blue Nile for a bit less too.

https://www.bluenile.com/diamond-details/LD19537827

 

[pupmen]

Thank you so much. Is that a fair price?

 

[Lookinagain]

Honestly, you should at least put it on hold. There are very few nice looking cushions out there that fit the specs you are looking for.

 

[PearCraze]

Im not seeing anything perfect within your stats yet, but this below would get you more sparkle. I think you should take a few months to shop around and you will surely find something.

https://www.brilliantearth.com/loose-diamonds/view_detail/15616675/

 

[PearCraze]

Also make sure you get Rakuten, you can save some more on these sites

 

[lovedogs]

The Frank Darling stone is available on Blue Nile for a bit less too.

https://www.bluenile.com/diamond-details/LD19537827

I hope you put that one on hold!

 

[pupmen]

I hope you put that one on hold!

I did!

 

[pupmen]

Do you guys think the strong blue flour is a concern with the D color?