Cushion Loose Diamonds
Before you begin shopping for Cushion Loose Diamonds it is important to take the time and learn about the basics of loose diamond grading. Our experts have put together a loose diamonds crash course to help guide you through this exciting process. Read about Cut, Color, Clarity, Carat and Diamond Certificates
Cushion Loose Diamond cut, and thus highly valued. It combines a round and square diamond for a pillow-like shape, and can either be symmetrical or elongated. It can be worn as a solitaire, to highlight its unique shape, or is often paired with baguette loose diamonds. At least 4 prongs are needed to keep the stone safely in place.
Loose Cushion Cut Diamonds History
Developed centuries ago the cushion cut diamond is one of the oldest loose diamond cuts. The cushion cut diamond was popular in the 1830s, and was sometimes called the candlelight diamond because of its ability to reflect close light for a soft, romantic sparkle.
Famous Loose Cushion Cut Diamonds
The cushion cut loose diamond has recently become very popular among celebrities, including Debra Messing, Britney Spears – 4 carat cushion cut diamond engagement ring worth $40,000, Angeline Jolie, Ashley Judd and Brittany Murphy - 6.5 carat cushion cut loose diamond set in a platinum wedding ring with diamonds embedded in the band.
Loose Diamonds - Diamond Shapes
Cushion Loose diamonds are available in many shapes. Known for its incredible brilliance and fire the Round loose diamond is by far the most popular. While somewhat less traditional fancy shaped loose diamonds are both unique and beautiful. Some of the more popular loose diamond shapes include the Princess (square) cut, Emerald cut, Triangle (trillian), Heart, Oval, Marquise, Asscher, Pear, Radiant and Cushion cut.
A Cushion loose diamond can be set alone in a diamond ring/pendant or it can be paired up to create stunning diamond earrings or side stones to complement an existing loose diamond.
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At A&W Diamonds we only sell Cushion Loose Diamonds that have been certified by an independent world-renowned gemological laboratory.
