XVIIIe Century
XIXe century
Beginning of XXe century
The cushion cut diamond was one of the most popular cuts of diamonds ever. For more than 70 years from 1830 to the turn of the century this was how diamonds were cut. Sometimes referred to as a "pillow cut", the cushion cut has an open culet (the bottom of the diamond) and a rectangular to square shape with rounded corners and a facet plan to give the diamond depth. The cushion cut diamond was cut for candle light. This is quite different from today's diamonds which are cut for brighter denser electric light. The beauty of a cushion cut is the depth of the diamond. The facets allow the eye to travel into the diamond. It is a calmer more soothing cut than a modern cut...and at a romantic candlelight dinner, the cushion cut is at its best. Most quality cushion cut diamonds are found only on the antique and estate market.
Notes
from the designer:
The square cushion and trillion combinations excited me from the start.
It is said, “That diamonds have no mercy, they will show up the wearer
if they can.” For this reason, I wanted a design that allows the center
stone to be the focal point of the ring. I believe I have achieved the
goal of the design by carefully angling the side trillions in a downward
direction, as well as limiting the size of the accent trillions. The split
prongs symbolize the strength and craftsmanship of the design.
Written
by designer:
Scott-Brandon