Cushion Opinions - HELP

[AmazingHart]

Hello there,

I am looking at a couple cushions and would really like to hear your opinions of these stones (I''m completely new to this)!!!

Out of these 3 stones, and based on quality not price, which one would you prefer?


Report: GIA
. Shape: Premium Select Cushion
. Carat: 1.52
. Depth %: 69.1
. Table %: 65
. Girdle: Medium to Very Thick Faceted
. Measurements: 6.78-6.58X4.55
. Polish: Excellent
. Symmetry: Good
. Culet: None
. Fluorescence: None


Report: GIA
. Shape: Premium Select Cushion
. Carat: 2.01
. Depth %: 68.9
. Table %: 61
. Girdle: Thin to Thick Faceted
. Measurements: 7.32-7.07X4.87
. Polish: Excellent
. Symmetry: Very Good
. Culet: None
. Fluorescence: None

Carat Weight: 1.57ct
Color: H
Clarity: VVS1
Polish: Very Good
Symmetry: Very Good
Fluorescence: None
Lab Report: GIA
Lab Report #: 2115395311
In House: Yes
Width: 6.65mm
Length: 6.84mm
Depth: 4.69mm
Table Percentage: 49.21%
Depth Percentage: 70.49%
Crown Ú: 34.50‹
Pavilion Ú: 40.75‹

Once I find the right stone, I have hired Leon Mege to bulld a micropave halo setting (much like HW model), but IMO much nicer I appreciate your help....

 

[Lorelei]

Date: 12/30/2009 11:58:07 AM
Author:AmazingHart







Hello there,

I am looking at a couple cushions and would really like to hear your opinions of these stones (I'm completely new to this)!!!

Out of these 3 stones, and based on quality not price, which one would you prefer?


Report: GIA
. Shape: Premium Select Cushion
. Carat: 1.52
. Depth %: 69.1
. Table %: 65
. Girdle: Medium to Very Thick Faceted
. Measurements: 6.78-6.58X4.55
. Polish: Excellent
. Symmetry: Good
. Culet: None
. Fluorescence: None


Report: GIA
. Shape: Premium Select Cushion
. Carat: 2.01
. Depth %: 68.9
. Table %: 61
. Girdle: Thin to Thick Faceted
. Measurements: 7.32-7.07X4.87
. Polish: Excellent
. Symmetry: Very Good
. Culet: None
. Fluorescence: None

Carat Weight: 1.57ct
Color: H
Clarity: VVS1
Polish: Very Good
Symmetry: Very Good
Fluorescence: None
Lab Report: GIA
Lab Report #: 2115395311
In House: Yes
Width: 6.65mm
Length: 6.84mm
Depth: 4.69mm
Table Percentage: 49.21%
Depth Percentage: 70.49%
Crown Ú: 34.50‹
Pavilion Ú: 40.75‹

Once I find the right stone, I have hired Leon Mege to bulld a micropave halo setting (much like HW model), but IMO much nicer I appreciate your help....

Hi amazinghart

I will copy a post from another cushion thread I answered for another new cushion buyer as it might help you.

With these diamonds there is no way to properly judge without images unfortunately, are the diamonds online so you could request an ASET image and photographs for each?

Cushions are rather more challenging to buy than rounds so if you are just beginning, I would suggest finding out what type of cushion you like best. The two most popular types are the chunky faceted cushion such as the August Vintage Cushion from www.goodoldgold.com and the modern type cushion. If you haven't seen it, watch this video as it will help you determine the various types of cushion and which you prefer;

http://www.vimeo.com/7579666
The shape or length to width ratio is also important to know so can tell the shape such as a square or more elongated cushion according to your preference.

This is an old thread but still very useful to cushion buyers shows some of the various types - https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/a-cushion-by-any-other-name.36001/.

As with rounds it is cut quality which makes all the difference to whether you get a beautiful cushion or a cut for weight dud, so it is essential to work with a vendor who not only has in house cushions of great cut quality and can also supply images and even videos as above in some cases to help you make an informed decision.

If you are going to buy online, here is a listing of vendors known to have expertise with cushions.

www.goodoldgold.com as above

www.briangavindiamonds.com

www.engagementringsdirect.com