Opinions on this JA Diamond? Elongated Cushion Newbie

[AJully]

I have been looking for a 1.26-1.32 ratio cushion for a very long time, but have not found one that has been under $10,000, with the ratio I wanted, with nice faceting and that was larger than 7.3mm length for over a year. I just ended up ordering this diamond. I'm not exactly sure where to go or what to do, or if JA's photos and videos tend to be accurate. I call upon your expertise and know-how to direct me to where to buy a cushion if this doesn't work out.

https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/2.01-carat-j-color-si1-clarity-sku-3776676

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Oh gosh, why didn't you ask before you ordered? That stone is not well cut at all. It has about the thickest girdle I have ever seen, meaning this stone faces up like a much smaller diamond. If you just ordered it, I highly recommend calling and cancelling it immediately. There aren't many well cut modern cushions, but I am pretty sure we can find you a better one than that.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Here's an example of a nicely cut cushion. It is rectangular but only 1.09 ratio. This stone at 1.86 cts has a 6% larger face up area than the 2.01 you linked!

https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.86-carat-i-color-si1-clarity-sku-3589764

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Some other beauties that are 1.09 or more. J color is probably going to show the tint in a cushion. I'd recommend I color.

https://enchanteddiamonds.com/diamonds/view/C180-361358568?

https://enchanteddiamonds.com/diamonds/view/C201-6427078Z9?

https://enchanteddiamonds.com/diamonds/view/C221-1Z6491Z85?

I am just not finding well cut cushions in the ratio you are looking for. I highly recommend adjusting the ratio expectations in favor of getting a well cut stone over a poorly cut one with the ratio you've been hoping for. If you really want that ratio, I'd recommend going with an oval.

 

[AJully]

Some other beauties that are 1.09 or more. J color is probably going to show the tint in a cushion. I'd recommend I color.

https://enchanteddiamonds.com/diamonds/view/C180-361358568?

https://enchanteddiamonds.com/diamonds/view/C201-6427078Z9?

https://enchanteddiamonds.com/diamonds/view/C221-1Z6491Z85?

I am just not finding well cut cushions in the ratio you are looking for. I highly recommend adjusting the ratio expectations in favor of getting a well cut stone over a poorly cut one with the ratio you've been hoping for. If you really want that ratio, I'd recommend going with an oval.

I agree that it may be hard to find a cushion with the ratio I want, as I have been looking a while. If I do go with an oval, I would prefer the tips to be as rounded or coffin like as possible, instead of pointed. What do you think about this oval?

https://www.bluenile.com/diamond-details/LD00061235

 

[mrsgreeneyes]

I have been looking for a 1.26-1.32 ratio cushion for a very long time, but have not found one that has been under $10,000, with the ratio I wanted, with nice faceting and that was larger than 7.3mm length for over a year. I just ended up ordering this diamond. I'm not exactly sure where to go or what to do, or if JA's photos and videos tend to be accurate. I call upon your expertise and know-how to direct me to where to buy a cushion if this doesn't work out.

https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/2.01-carat-j-color-si1-clarity-sku-3776676

That girdle... !!

 

[diamondseeker2006]

I agree that it may be hard to find a cushion with the ratio I want, as I have been looking a while. If I do go with an oval, I would prefer the tips to be as rounded or coffin like as possible, instead of pointed. What do you think about this oval?

https://www.bluenile.com/diamond-details/LD00061235

I like this one! My main concern with this one are the dark inclusions near the surface of the table. But you are on the right track with a nicely cut one!