Recommendations in LA for antique-cut cushions (chunky flashes)?

[Blinginator]

Would anyone be able to recommend any vendors in LA for antique-cut cushions (ie, chunky flashes, 8 pavilion main)? I'll be there next week and would like to checkout what LA has to offer. Thanks!

Parameters:
Shape: Cushion
Carat: 1.6 - 2.0 (ideally a 1.7 or 1.
Color: D - G (would consider going to H in color if everything else on the diamond meets my needs)
Clarity: IF - VS1 (would consider a VS2 if everything else on the diamond meets my needs)
Certificate: Any
Table: ?
Depth: ?
Polish: VG or higher
Symmetry: VG or higher
Culet: None to very small (prefer none vs very small)
Flourescence: ?
Ratio: 1.12 - 1.18 (ideally a 1.14-1.16)
Price: 15,000 - 20,000 (ideally around $17k)
Other/Notes: I like the chunky flashes.

 

[pixley]

Go to Singlestone. They have vintage antique cushions in stock. Not sure whether they stock newly cut antique style cushions, but call them and tell them what you are looking for and they can search for stones that meet your needs. It's always best to call before you go, that way, both parties are prepared.

They also have gorgeous settings.

 

[Gayletmom]

I think that Jewels By Erica Grace is also in LA. There are lots of folks on these boards who have had very good experiences with them and they specialize in antique cuts and settings. Happy hunting!

 

[Upgradable]

I second messaging EricaGrace. They have a stellar eye, and the prices are exceptionally reasonable. They would never sell anything they wouldn''t choose for themselves!

 

[CharmyPoo]

Let me know if you find something with the same specs but in a square!!

 

[ericad]

Date: 1/14/2009 8:22:08 PM
Author: Upgradable
They would never sell anything they wouldn''t choose for themselves!

LOL, MAJOR occupational hazard, though!

Can you clarify if you are looking for a newly cut cushion (in a chunky antique facet style) or an old/antique stone? From there the folks here can help with vendor recommendations.

 

[Rock_of_Love]

Blinganator & CharmyPoo,

I found this Old Mine Cut doing a search on Pricescope...it is out of my price range, but I thought either of you might like it...

 

[Rock_of_Love]

Try again...

 

[Rock_of_Love]

Okay - not sure what is wrong with the file, but here are the specs...just thought you guys might be interested...you can find it searching on the Pricescope search for OMC cuts...

Old Mine Brilliant
2.1 E SI1
8.05 X 7.14 X 4.89
Pol VG
Symm G
Flor None
Depth 68.5%
Table 56%
Culet Slightly Large
Price around $17K

 

[Gayletmom]

Hey Bling, you might already know this but I just learned that Jewels by EricaGrace doesn''t have a store front in LA. They do, however, meet with clients there. I''m sure if you give them a call beforehand they will have some things for you to see. Let us know what kind of beauties you view!

 

[Blinginator]

Can you clarify if you are looking for a newly cut cushion (in a chunky antique facet style) or an old/antique stone? From there the folks here can help with vendor recommendations.

I'm looking for a newly cut but if an old/antique met my needs I would definitely consider it.

Also, thanks everyone for the LA tips. Charmypoo, I will definitely keep an eye out for your square!

 

[Blinginator]

Date: 1/15/2009 12:30:25 PM
Author: Rock_of_Love
Okay - not sure what is wrong with the file, but here are the specs...just thought you guys might be interested...you can find it searching on the Pricescope search for OMC cuts...

Thanks for the recommendation! I''m not a fan of the large culet, even though the ERD one I''m looking at has a med culet--I''m hoping it''s not too noticeable with the plain eye.

 

[Blinginator]

Date: 1/15/2009 12:21:08 PM
Author: Rock_of_Love
Try again...

Hopefully this jpg works for any other interest.

Edit: looks like it doesn't show up in the thread properly because of size, so right click and save the image first.

 

[morrison.jt]

Have been working with both Ari at Single Stone and Grace and you couldn''t go wrong with either of them.

 

[Blinginator]

Date: 1/15/2009 4:13:05 PM
Author: morrison.jt
Have been working with both Ari at Single Stone and Grace and you couldn''t go wrong with either of them.

Good to know. Grace emailed me back and was very informative and helpful, unfortunately she does not have anything that would fit my needs and actually recommend contacting Ari.

 

[AmberGretchen]

Date: 1/15/2009 4:32:53 PM
Author: Blinginator

Date: 1/15/2009 4:13:05 PM

Author: morrison.jt

Have been working with both Ari at Single Stone and Grace and you couldn''t go wrong with either of them.

Good to know. Grace emailed me back and was very informative and helpful, unfortunately she does not have anything that would fit my needs and actually recommend contacting Ari.

I think that''s a great idea - everything I''ve seen from singlestone on this forum has been AMAZING.

 

[morrison.jt]

I have a 1.58 Cushion arriving in the morning. Can''t wait to see the finished product. I''ll let you know how it turns out. He has a great eye for cushions.

 

[Blinginator]

Date: 1/15/2009 9:35:10 PM
Author: morrison.jt
I have a 1.58 Cushion arriving in the morning. Can''t wait to see the finished product. I''ll let you know how it turns out. He has a great eye for cushions.

That''s great morrison.jt! Please do keep me posted!