Looking for advice on a Cusion Cut with the following specs

[DannyK]

This is my first time posting, so I really appreciate the advice. I''m in the market for an engagement ring and found the following cushion cut diamond:

GIA certified
6.56 x 5.67 x 3.89 mm
1.21 carat
Color: H
Clarity: VS2
Total Depth: 68.6%
Table size: 72%
Girdle: Thin to very thick, Faceted
Culet: None
Polish: Excellent
Symmetry: Very Good
Fluorescence: None

Can anyone give me the pros and cons of this diamond? Also, is there a noticeable color difference between G and H? Thanks.

-Danny

 

[JulieN]

pics would really help. I think a 72 table is sort of large on a cushion.

 

[DannyK]

Unfortunately I don''t have a pic of the diamond at this time. Although a 72% table sounds a bit high to me as well, it does make the diamond look bigger, which is my attraction to it in the first place. It has a bigger table and smaller edges (I don''t know what the correct terminology is). What is the average table range for cushion cut diamonds? How do the rest of the specs look?

 

[JulieN]

a large table does not necessarily make a diamond look bigger. It's got about the same spread as a 7mm round (1.2ish Tolkowsky,) so I don't think it looks big for its weight.

 

[DannyK]

On this particular diamond, the diamond looks bigger than other 1.20-1.30c diamonds i''ve looked at. I guess, what are you losing by getting a bigger table? Are you losing the depth? How do the other specs look?

 

[kcoursolle]

Date: 6/20/2008 7:26:24 PM
Author: DannyK
On this particular diamond, the diamond looks bigger than other 1.20-1.30c diamonds i''ve looked at. I guess, what are you losing by getting a bigger table? Are you losing the depth? How do the other specs look?

With a large table you could lose fire or "colored light" relfection. In addition, they tend to look glassy and have a big glare from the larger table. From the side, you will see a stone with a flat top rather than a crown. A large table is fine for a "crushed ice" type cushion, but I wouldn''t want it in an antique or hybrid style cushion.

 

[customcushion]

How the Cushion looks in person is more important than the stats. As opposed to a Round diamond, there are no cut and dry rules about Cushion cuts.

Is it a Cushion Modified Brilliant or a Cushion Brilliant ?

 

[Lorelei]

Date: 6/21/2008 12:32:47 AM
Author: customcushion
How the Cushion looks in person is more important than the stats. As opposed to a Round diamond, there are no cut and dry rules about Cushion cuts.

Is it a Cushion Modified Brilliant or a Cushion Brilliant ?

Ditto. A picture is really essential to be able to judge this diamond, ask your vendor if they can get one to you.

 

[DannyK]

It''s a cushion modified brilliant. It does resemble a "crushed ice" look. The glare is a bit of a problem, but otherwise it looks good. I guess I''m trying to find out what most people look for when considering a cushion cut. I really like the polish and symmetry rating on this one.

 

[Lorelei]

Date: 6/23/2008 1:23:46 PM
Author: DannyK
It''s a cushion modified brilliant. It does resemble a ''crushed ice'' look. The glare is a bit of a problem, but otherwise it looks good. I guess I''m trying to find out what most people look for when considering a cushion cut. I really like the polish and symmetry rating on this one.

Danny, cushions can''t really be judged by numbers unlike rounds, so the best thing is to look at as many as you can, see what you like, then purchase when you find one which '' speaks'' to you. Cushions can have many different appearances, so a lot of it is a matter of taste and personal preference - buy the one that you like. Some like chunkier facets, some prefer '' crushed ice'', so choose one which suits you or your GF.