Hello experts! I am in need of some help. My girlfriend, whom I''d like to become my fiance shortly, likes cushion cut diamonds. I''ve tried to educate myself, and have been doing a lot of research and shopping. Because I''m looking at a fancy shape, I''m under the impression that a grading for "cut" is somewhat ambiguous. I have found a 2.85 carat cushion modified brilliant, I, VS2, that measures nicely in my opinion (9mmx7.75mmx5.2mm). The face measures larger than many of the 3.0-3.1 carat stones I''ve been looking at, and dimensionally this stone is the "shape" that she likes. I also think it sparkles very nicely! It is GIA cert, no culet, good polish, good symetry, and faint fluoresence. I have a few questions. First, do you think that a depth of 66.9% and table size of 64% is acceptable? I am unsure of this and don''t want to get a stone that is unacceptably shallow. Also, can you give me an idea of what a fair price for this loose stone would be. I really like this stone even though it is not a full 3 carats. I don''t want to make a bad decision, and I know I need to follow my heart as much as my financially programmed brain. I am hoping that upgrading won''t be an issue for quite some time (if ever at all), but making a good business decision is of importance to me. From what I''ve seen, the cushions are all over the board regarding price, but I am hoping to secure a stone before the holidays due to perceived price increases that time of year (correct or not??). It seems more scientific and less ambiguous when you''e purchasing a round or princess, and I just want to make sure I''m on the right track. Also, Platinum or White Gold? What''s your preference and why. Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thank you very very much! Ryan
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