Question for the experts

[Robyn12]

Hello,

I was just wondering if the experts (or anyone who knows about cushion cuts) can offer any advice. We are looking for a square cushion around 2 ct. The ones that we have seen so far just do not look right. They are much more sparkly then I had envisioned, and less pillow shaped, and more flat too. They look almost like princess cuts, with rounded corners, or like radiants. But the jewelers are telling us they are excellent cuts. There have been a few that we have come upon, that are rectangular, that have the large facets and cushiony shape I love, but no squares like this.

One reputable jeweler told us that because a square shaped stone is symmetrical, you will not get that true cushiony look. Is this true?

Also, we have no idea what to look for in terms of a well cut stone. We are just sort of seeing stones, and trying to find one that looks good to us. Does anyone have ANY tips at all about what a well cut square cushion should look like? For instance, should it be shallow, or deep? Are there any guidelines to go by with this shape? Does anyone know of some qualities a well cut square cushion should or shouldn''t have? How do I know if I''ve found a good one?

I really appreciate any tips.

Thank you in advance!

 

[oldminer]

You have lots of questions on a difficult topic. If you shop enough, you may be ready to know a great stone when you find it. You won't find many well cut square cushion cuts. This is for many reasons. The rough that makes a square produces lower weight if one removes the corners. That is why princess cuts are much more common. Besides, princess cuts are very popular and in demand while cushion cuts are not at all as fashionable.

The cut paramters ought to be something between round or oval cuts. There is no special set of parameters developed for these shapes. Truthfully, there has not been much reason to make a special set of parameters up.

I think there have been some recent Branded stones created that are cushion cut with Hearts and Arrows effects. Maybe one of the vendors here will volunteer who has these for sale.