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How does diamond carat weight impact cushion cut engagement ring price?

Because larger diamonds are more rare, the heavier the diamond, the higher the price. For example, a 1 carat cushion cut diamond would be valued higher than two 0.50 carat cushion cut diamonds of the same quality. In general, a doubling the size of your diamond can cost three to four times more.

Highly sought-after cushion cut diamond sizes can also carry a price premium. If you’re after a 1, 1.5 or 2 carat etc. we recommend buying just shy of these carat weights, which can result in savings.

You can often save around 10% by choosing a diamond that is around 0.10cts lower than the popular sizes. They’ll appear almost identical in size but won’t carry the same price tag.

— Nikolay Piriankov, CEO at Taylor & Hart

Expert Advice: How to choose the perfect cushion cut diamond?

Just because a diamond is bigger, doesn’t mean it’s better. The right diamond isn’t just based on one factor but a combination of all 4 Cs (carat, cut, clarity and colour). When choosing a diamond, focus on the quality that’s most important to you, then work to balance the remaining three.

Diamond Colour:

If you are looking at a white gold or platinum band, we would recommend colour grades of G-H. Opt for a colour grade between D (colourless) and G (near-colourless) for a mesmerising icy white diamond without unnecessary cost. If you are looking at a rose gold or yellow gold band, we would recommend a diamond with a colour range of G-J. The warm tones of the metal will offset any hints of colour in the diamond. The most frequent diamond colour we see amongst our customers is F. This is closely followed by E and G.

For the best overall value, a G-H diamond from the near colourless category is a great choice. The visible difference between these grades and grades in the colourless category is minor, but you could make huge savings.

— Kate Earlam-Charnley, Design Director at Taylor & Hart

Diamond Clarity:

To be sure that your diamond can display its full fire and brilliance, we would recommend a SI1 clarity grade or higher. Aim for clarity grades like VS1 or VS2 (Very Slightly Included) for diamonds with minimal visible flaws to the naked eye. The most popular diamond clarity grade we see amongst our customers is VS1, closely followed by VVS2.

VS clarity grade diamonds offer the best value. They cost less than flawless diamonds, but still appear totally eye-clean, with great light performance and bright sparkle.

— Alessandra Ranaglia, Head of Supply Chain at Taylor & Hart

Diamond Cut:

A diamond cut grade is only applicable to round shaped diamonds and affects how the diamond catches light and sparkles. Look for Excellent or Ideal cut grades for maximum brilliance.

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Why should I choose a cushion diamond engagement ring?

Cushion cut diamonds are a beautiful choice for an engagement ring, with the added advantage of having the most light dispersion and fire of all the fancy diamond cuts.

A cushion cut is a wonderful fancy shape for a diamond as it has all the brilliance of a round cut plus the elegant lines of an emerald cut, bringing together the best of two worlds. A cushion cut features more ‘fire’ than a round brilliant cut diamond—referring to the colourful flashes of light that dance across a diamond under light. So if you’re looking for some serious sparkle then the cushion shape is the way to go.

Another reason to choose a cushion cut engagement ring is the advantages in price. While still considered a premium fancy cut, the cushion cut costs about 25% less than the same carat weight in a round cut.

The only disadvantage of the cushion cut is that compared to a round or princess cut, the cushion cut can appear slightly smaller than the former cuts. This is because the cushion is a deep cut, meaning that more carat weight is distributed along the vertical depth of the diamond rather than horizontally across the diamond’s face.

What should I look for when choosing a cushion diamond engagement ring?

Another unique element of the cushion cut diamond is that the shape offers variation in the look and style of the cut. There are different ways of cutting the cushion shape, allowing you to choose between a modified cushion cut, which features extra facets, or a standard cushion cut diamond.

There are two distinct finishes, which affects the light dispersion in the diamond. The first is called a ‘brilliant’ cushion which allows you to see the back facets and light reflections in larger flashes. The second is the ‘crushed ice’ look, where the back facets aren’t as large or distinct but are instead small and scintillating, composed of much tinier facets. It is totally up to you which style you prefer, it simply comes down to which cut suits your style better.

What is the best setting for a cushion diamond?

The best setting for a cushion cut diamond is completely objective. It’s a versatile cut that would suit almost any engagement ring. Set as a solitaire, pavé or with a halo the cushion cut would fit perfectly with all styles and metals.

If you love the cushion cut diamond, why not design a custom engagement ring featuring the cut? One of our consultants will guide you in the right direction to create a ring that captures your love story perfectly.

Which celebrities wear a cushion diamond engagement ring?

One of the most famous cushion cut engagement rings in recent times has been the stunning ring that Prince Harry proposed to Meghan Markle with. The ring features an elongated 3ct cushion cut centre stone, flanked with round diamonds and set in a 18ct yellow gold pavé band.

Chrissy Teigen is another celebrity who wears a beautiful cushion cut, given to her by husband John Legend. Her engagement ring features a 6ct cushion cut diamond, set on a platinum pavé band.

How much does a cushion cut diamond engagement ring cost?

A cushion cut diamond engagement ring can vary in cost, depending on the size of the gemstone and the metal used. A solitaire platinum engagement ring featuring a 1ct cushion cut diamond costs around £5,550. A solitaire yellow, rose or white gold engagement ring with a 1ct cushion cut diamond costs around £5,500.

A solitaire platinum engagement ring featuring a 2ct cushion cut diamond costs around £21,000. A solitaire with either yellow gold, rose gold or white gold set with a 2ct cushion cut diamond would costs around £20,700.

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How does diamond carat weight impact cushion cut engagement ring price?

Expert Advice: How to choose the perfect cushion cut diamond?

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Why should I choose a cushion diamond engagement ring?

What should I look for when choosing a cushion diamond engagement ring?

What is the best setting for a cushion diamond?

Which celebrities wear a cushion diamond engagement ring?

How much does a cushion cut diamond engagement ring cost?