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Newbie in search of a cushion!

kaitlynnelizabeth

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Hi all!

My fiance and I are recently engaged and on an engagement ring search. We're thankful for the education we have received while scrolling the forums of PS and are hoping you guys can help guide us further.

Specs:
Budget $5000-$7000
0.80 carat - 1 carat range
eye clean
H/I and up

Ideally a vintage cushion cut (brilliant) but not sure if this is possible in our price range? Definitely want a great cut diamond so willing to budge on other areas to get this. We've met with a couple local diamond brokers but were a little discouraged on their lack of cushion knowledge.

We've looked through some PS vendors' inventories, but aren't confident making a selection based on the images and specs alone. In person we might have a better chance but we live in Vancouver, Canada, so visiting isn't possible.

Any help or suggestions you can provide to us beginners would be much appreciated.

Thanks!

Corey & Katie
 
Hello and welcome! Here's just an example of what you can get within your budget.

http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/10789/


Do you want a square or a more elongated shape? People usually recommend Good old Gold, Engagement Rings Direct for cushions. Jewels by Grace and Love Affair Diamonds carry pretty antique cushions as well.
 
Thanks for the response!

I like the look of 1.05-1.07 LW ratio best but am flexible. In the James Allen diamond videos, when looking at the diamonds faceup you see black patches. Is there anything particular to look for here? Are certain patterns worse/better than others?
 
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