Cushion Cut Diamond Rings Are Very Romantic

Cushion cut diamond rings were extremely popular at the beginning of the twentieth century. They sometimes referred to it as a pillow cut because it’s shape looked like a plumped up pillow, and it was also referred to as a candlelight diamond because it was cut so that it would sparkle the best when viewed by candlelight. Isn’t that romantic? To think that they took extra care when cutting cushion cut diamond rings so they would sparkle more in candlelight!

Since the shape is still so rare in contemporary ring styles, many women prefer to wear their cushion cut as a solitaire to draw attention to it. If they do have accent stones in the setting, they’re usually set into the channel, and subdued, so as not to detract from the central stone.

Modern day cushion cut diamond rings are a little more symmetrical and not quite so puffy as those of yesteryear, mainly due to the advancements made in cutting technology. But because they are so difficult to cut, it’s hard to find them in stores. If you have your heart set on a cushion cut, try looking at antique shops and estate sales for vintage jewelry.

You can find cushion cut diamond rings online at several quality Internet retailers. When shopping online for diamonds, it’s best to do as much research as possible. Make sure you have all your questions answered with regard to the carat weight of the main stone, the total carat weight of all of the stones, the cut and clarity ratings, the color grade and the florescence quality. Also, make sure the retailer is going to include a certificate with your purchase. It’s especially important, when purchasing cushion cut diamond rings, to verify the quality of the stone due to the nature of the cuts.