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kathyccc

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Hi ladies,
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I am searching for a modern cushion cut diamond. My budget is around 10k. I like slightly elongated like a pillow (just like the photo). I can go as low as G/H and eye clean. Is there any inventory in James Allen that you girls recommend?

Hopefully i could find a sparkly diamond~~~

Thanks! :)
 
Um... the X in the center is quite prominent. Is there any other modern cushion that doesnt have an X at the centre?:Up_to_something2:
 
Thanks tyty333's reply!!
 
kathyccc said:
Um... the X in the center is quite prominent. Is there any other modern cushion that doesnt have an X at the centre?
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I am finding quite a few interestign options in the vast database @ JA's ... however, what I consider nicest are diamonds with relatively strong contrast: quite bright, from somewhat larger bits of sparkle forming an obvious symmetrical pattern ... and, since these stones are rectangular, that symmetrical pattern is going to X ! Example: WWW

ALL these cushions have some version of a barion-style pavilion (similar to radiant cuts) ... which, I suspect makes the X more obvious than the oddly rare brilliant style cushions - like this one: WWW. I have been so sunk into 'house' cut models, that I didn't even know how unusual these things are ! [I am laughing at myself ...]
 
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An exception from JA: very small tale & not much X-ing; E-SI1 is a weakness ...

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I have not made up my mind either !

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PS. @rockysalamander & I were writing in the same time: her choice could not be more different ! Wouldn't mind seeing these two together .-)
 
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... the diamond in the reference photo seems to have a slightly unusual patter of faceting - this, I think: WWW - which I am not finding in any diamond over one carat.

[so many interesting diamonds in the smaller sizes ... I have certainly enjoyed this search ! For fun: WWW , WWW .-) ]
 
Maybe that the stone in the reference picture is not a diamond. One of the hashtags below is states "#morganite". FWIW.
 
JA 1.7 I-VS1~ this one looks good to me!:razz::razz:
 
valeria101 said:
I am finding quite a few interestign options in the vast database @ JA's ... however, what I consider nicest are diamonds with relatively strong contrast: quite bright, from somewhat larger bits of sparkle forming an obvious symmetrical pattern ... and, since these stones are rectangular, that symmetrical pattern is going to X ! Example: WWW

ALL these cushions have some version of a barion-style pavilion (similar to radiant cuts) ... which, I suspect makes the X more obvious than the oddly rare brilliant style cushions - like this one: WWW. I have been so sunk into 'house' cut models, that I didn't even know how unusual these things are ! [I am laughing at myself ...]
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its interesting that theres a big X! I have already owned an OEC...thats why i do not want to have another antique cushion~
 
lambskin said:
Maybe that the stone in the reference picture is not a diamond. One of the hashtags below is states "#morganite". FWIW.
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Probably not, i just like the shape of it!
 
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Almost 10K:

2 cts G/VS1 SB 7.8 X 7 mm - the largest 2 carat I clicked on

2 cts H/SI1 7.7 X 7 mm - this does have the toneau shape

There are a few brighter 2 carat stones, barely over 10K which I have left aside because of their contrast pattern. It might be worth your time to run the same search (GIA & AGS, Ex & Vg Symmetry, >1.9 cts, I-D, SI1-IF, <13K).
 
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I believe that the stone in the picture is a chunky facet cushion brilliant, possibly even an antique cushion since the culet seems more circular than the square/rectangle often seen modern cut stones. I think that I can even see a slight maltese cross in the picture.
If so, you would want to look for plot diagrams that have an 8 main pattern with larger facets at 12,3,6,9. These stones are harder to find in with the mix of other modern cut stones.
 
A beautiful AVC, probably smaller than you wanted though.
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.00-carat-f-color-vs2-clarity-sku-3596292

Gorgeous stone:love: Again, though probably smaller than you wanted and overkill in color/clarity.
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.02-carat-d-color-vvs2-clarity-sku-3108643

Not sure about this one, there is some mush but also lots of fire, would have to get an ASET
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.51-carat-h-color-si1-clarity-sku-3235728

Another AVC, it is a VS1 so it should be eye clean, but the inclusion is on the table so I guess it depends on your tolerance.
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.30-carat-g-color-vs2-clarity-sku-3596273

Over budget and out of your specifications, but just throwing it out there. Very pretty stone, with all of the personality of a true antique:mrgreen2: Awhile ago she was running a make me an offer promo, not sure if she still is. But that might bring it in range if it is a stone that you like.
http://www.loveaffairdiamonds.com/2-36ct-antique-cushion-cut-diamond-gia-k-si1/
 
Lots of amazing styles and stones suggested. Anything seem to look like what you hoped OP? That might help us find more options in that style.
 
Octo2005 said:
A beautiful AVC, probably smaller than you wanted though.
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.00-carat-f-color-vs2-clarity-sku-3596292

Gorgeous stone:love: Again, though probably smaller than you wanted and overkill in color/clarity.
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.02-carat-d-color-vvs2-clarity-sku-3108643

Not sure about this one, there is some mush but also lots of fire, would have to get an ASET
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.51-carat-h-color-si1-clarity-sku-3235728

Another AVC, it is a VS1 so it should be eye clean, but the inclusion is on the table so I guess it depends on your tolerance.
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.30-carat-g-color-vs2-clarity-sku-3596273

Over budget and out of your specifications, but just throwing it out there. Very pretty stone, with all of the personality of a true antique:mrgreen2: Awhile ago she was running a make me an offer promo, not sure if she still is. But that might bring it in range if it is a stone that you like.
http://www.loveaffairdiamonds.com/2-36ct-antique-cushion-cut-diamond-gia-k-si1/
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The one from loveaffairdiamond is great! But i am concern of its K color...!
 
kathyccc said:
The one from loveaffairdiamond is great! But i am concern of its K color...!
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Erica is great to work with and she does have a return window to be certain that the stone is the one. So it is certainly worth exploring if you think it fits the bill. It has nice spread and a very romantic presence.

Old cuts tend to be more forgiving and the warmth of a little tint is often part of there charm. I have an OEC that is an L, believe it or not and she faces up quite white and the old cuts tend to throw off amazing pastel flashes.

The 1.51 I that @diamondseeker2006 suggested is very beautiful and will definitely be white.
 
kathyccc said:
1.51 I-vs1<- this is amazing! Is this an avc?!
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Sorry, just saw your question! Yes, those are AVCs which are being sold through James Allen!

That 1.51 I VS1 has a gorgeous cut!
 
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