Cushion vs Radiant Cut Diamonds
Cushion and radiant cut diamonds are among the most popular fancy shapes (fancy shapes are all other shapes besides brilliant round cut diamonds) today. Leading jewelry designers are using radiant and cushion cut diamonds as center stones in many of their diamond engagement rings and diamond jewelry. Although cushion and radiant cut diamonds both emit a lot of fire and brilliance and can come in either square or rectangular orientation, they are two very different cuts. To learn more about their differences and similarities please see below.
Cushion Cut Diamonds:
Created: In the 1830’s-rooted in mining history.
The Look: Vintage—character-rich antique look.
Facets: 58 facets (can vary)
Cut: Square or rectangular shape with rounded corners and sides, it’s considered by many to be a softer version of the emerald cut. Brilliant-or step-cut faceting infuses the cushion diamond with admirable brilliance
Color: Attracts a lot of color. We recommend no lower than an J color (GIA certified) or G color (EGL certified).
Clarity: With its respected faceting, we recommend no lower than an SI2 (GIA certified) or VS2 (EGL certified).
Carat: Measurements can vary quite a bit from one weight to the next. The emphasis should be placed on the measurements (length x width) rather than the carat weight since that will determine how big the stone will look.
Dimensions: When selecting a square shaped cushion, look for a length-to-width ratio between 1 and 1.05. For those who prefer a rectangular shaped radiant, choose a length-to-width ratio of 1.15 or greater.
Radiant Cut Diamonds:
Created: Relatively new to the jewelry industry radiant cut diamonds were introduced a little more than 20 years ago.
The Look: Modern; for those who appreciate the fire of round diamonds and the sophistication of emerald-cut or Asscher diamonds will find the radiant cut to be highly desirable.
Facets: 70-facet cut
Cut: A stunning hybrid of a traditional round-cut and an elegant emerald-cut, resulting in a square, near-square, or rectangular orientation with trimmed or cropped corners.
Color: Attracts a lot of color. We recommend no lower than a I color (GIA certified) or G color (EGL certified).
Clarity: With its respected faceting, we recommend no lower than an SI2 (GIA certified) or SI1 (EGL certified).
Carat: Measurements can vary quite a bit from one weight to the next. The emphasis should be placed on the measurements (length x width) rather than the carat weight since that will determine how big the stone will look.
Dimensions: When selecting a square shaped radiant, look for a length-to-width ratio between 1 and 1.05. For those who prefer a rectangular shaped radiant, choose a length-to-width ratio of 1.15 or greater.
Brilliance offers a wide selection of cushion and radiant cut diamonds to fit your style and budget. To begin your custom diamond search go to Brilliance.com or contact us at 866.737.0754 to speak with a diamond and jewelry experts today.
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I like your article very much thanks for posting it and i hope that other will also like it.
The radiant cut diamond has more value than the cushioned one. And I would much prefer the one with more value,as a matter of factly.