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Cushion cut engagement rings are a great thing if you are planning to make a proposal and want something befitting to make the occasion more concrete. These rings are usually diamond rings. There was a time when there was a great demand for them. Now, these rings are back in the store shelves again and people are buying them for various things, most commonly when they want to make the all-important, life-changing proposal. Today, you can also find some antiques here, and even your local jeweler might have some fascinating products in this special niche.

9mm CUSHION Cut Pave 1.02ct DIAMOND Solid 14K WHITE GOLD Engagement RING SETTING

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2.53 ct G VS2 CUSHION CUT GIA DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING

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1.61 ct E VS2 CUSHION CUT GIA 18k WHITE GOLD DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING

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.90 Ct Cushion Cut Diamond Vintage Antique Hand Engraved Engagement Ring GIA

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1.30 Ct Cushion Cut Petite Diamond Engagement Wedding Rings Channel Set VS2 GIA

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1.40 ct Cushion Cut Diamond & Blue Sapphire Engagement Ring 18k White Gold

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2.50 Ct Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 14K SI3-I

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2 Ct Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 14K SI1-G GIA

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1.30 Ct Cushion Cut Diamond Wedding Rings Pave Set 14K COLOR-G CUT: VERY GOOD

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1.90 Ct Cushion Cut Diamond Vintage Engagement Wedding Rings Pave Set SI1-G GIA

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Probably you are intrigued by the name of these rings. Why are they called cushion cut engagement rings? Yes, it is true that their stones look like cushions. They actually look like little pillows, with almost square shapes that have somewhat cut and rounded corners and edges. They aren’t quite oval or mine cut; they are somewhere in between. The popularity of these rings date back a century or two when they were quite common among various people of the English-speaking parts of the world.

These scintillating diamonds are quite creatively made. There could be as many as sixty facets on each of them and they cannot be created carelessly. A lot of effort goes in each of these, and even the calculations made for creating them are done quite meticulously. There are several variations of this shape today, but the common ones—those that are called the classic ones—have a width ratio of between 1.25 and 1.30. Jewelers have their own rating system for these diamonds. They classify them as Good Condition, Very Good Condition and Ideal Condition. This is in ascending order of their quality and also their prices.

Today, these diamonds are still made and the changed times are apparent in the way they are crafted. There is more of contemporary styling, sometimes with unconventional shapes worked out. One of these is the cutlet shape that produces a kind of a silhouette in the diamond.

There was a time sometime back when you could find these cushion cut engagement rings only in special places like in antique jewelry stores. Today, they are found more commonly. The most common shape you can find is the cushion set in four holders set on the ring that hold it at its four edges or at its four corners. The diamond is placed at an elevated position, which really brings out its beauty.

Think about them, of course! These diamond rings are quite special and if you have a special occasion coming out, they could help you quite well in expressing yourself emphatically.

So, you have a special occasion coming up. You are all set to make that proposal you have been thinking on for quite some time. You want to make it as special as you can. So, what can you do? Well, the fact is, there is something you can do! Just take a look at the cushion cut diamond engagement rings that have become quite the rage once again.

These rings are really vintage. They actually look like a cushion and that gives them their name. They are shaped like that by first cutting them out as thin square or rectangular blocks and then working at the edges to make them smoothened out. This gives them the classic cushion shape.

Each cushion cut engagement ring has 60 different facets. This is not as much as some present-day rings have and because of that these rings aren’t all that sparkling and shining. However, they do look beautiful because of their shape. Also, since they have fewer facets, they aren’t as expensive as many of the rings on the store shelves today.

You might not find cushion cut diamond engagement rings all that easily, because they are mostly classified as antique now. But check out at an antique jeweler store if you have one near you and you will find them. Alternatively, you could also look for cushion cut engagement rings over the Internet. There are a few dozen websites that offer these rings at great costs. These antique rings also carry GIA certification which ensures that you are making a genuine purchase and that you will get its worth whenever you intend to sell it.

You could also get hold of a cushion cut diamond and then get it set into a ring. People are doing that nowadays—they are creatively designing their engagement rings. It gives the rings their own personality and they become more special. Just think about the woman who receives a ring that’s specially made for her!

These rings are really great ideas; something that you should consider with all seriousness. This will definitely make your event more special and help you start out on the right track with the person you are deciding to make your partner in life. Look for them online, or at a local antique dealer, and you will be sure to find a product that will make both of you very happy.

Today, among the various diamond shapes that exist in the market, the princess cut diamond engagement rings are considered to be among the costliest. Actually, this is a square cut, with the 4 corners cut off at an equal size as well. There is a lot of skilled work involved in making them, which reflects in their price.

The shape of the princess cut isn’t quite old. This diamond was perfected in the 1970s. The number of facets used in crafting this shape is 76, which is also the number of facets used in brilliant cut diamonds.

There is no question that these diamonds are among the best cut ones in the world, but at the same time, their delicately crafted edges make them vulnerable to getting chipped. These slender diamonds have uncomplicated but beautiful designs, and their slenderness makes them perfect for women. It is the way they are crafted that makes each one of these a veritable classic.

The quality of the princess cut diamond engagement rings—like the cushion cut engagement rings—is in the clarity of the diamonds in them. The clearer the diamonds are, the costlier the rings will be.

These are the three main attributes of a good princess cut or cushion cut engagement ring.

-The Clarity of the Diamond – You have to avoid diamonds that have some colored tinge in it. They should be transparently clear and if there’s any sign of pink or yellow in them, they are not very pure.
-The Carats of the Diamond – Carats are a measure of the purity of the diamond. However, if you get a diamond that has fewer carats but is very clear, it is a good buy.
-The Shape of the Diamond – This is, of course, a matter of personal choice, or rather the choice of the woman that will be wearing the diamond.

If you are looking for a special ring to give to your priceless partner, princess cut diamond engagement rings are certainly a good idea. The diamonds make the rings turn out to be quite exquisite and that’s the reason they look great even if the ring has a very subtle design. They can also be worn in other kinds of jewelry, such as earrings or even necklaces.

Choose your own design. There are many online stores that allow you to customize these rings. Yellow gold looks best with them, and you can make your own designs. But, if you are giving a surprise, make sure you know the size of the woman’s finger. The size of the diamond is always selected proportionately to the size of the finger. You can also decide whether you want white gold instead of yellow.