What Is a Cushion Cut Diamond?
The cushion cut — historically the “pillow” or “mine” cut — is a square or slightly rectangular diamond with softly rounded corners and 58–64 brilliant facets. The dominant engagement cut for nearly a century, now one of the most sought-after vintage-inspired shapes. It comes in three variations:
- Old mine cut — antique, chunky facets and a high crown designed to glow under candlelight.
- Modern brilliant cushion — refined for maximum electric-light sparkle.
- Crushed ice cushion — a modified brilliant pattern with a shattered, sparkling effect throughout the stone.
Why ATL Luxury Jewelers for Your Cushion Engagement Ring
We hold every cushion center stone to GIA or comparable certification and source both natural and lab-grown cushions across the full color (D–J) and clarity (FL–SI2) range, including increasingly rare antique old mine cuts — most ready for in-person viewing within 48 hours. Every ring includes lifetime cleaning, prong-tightening, and rhodium-plating service. For matching wedding bands, see diamond wedding bands, vintage wedding bands, or curved ring enhancers.
Cushion Engagement Rings by Carat — 1ct, 2ct, 3ct
Cushion diamond pricing scales with carat similarly to round but at 10–15% lower per-carat cost. Common cushion sizes:
- 1 carat — the most popular cushion size; proportional and well-balanced on most hands. $3,500–$9,500 natural ($1,800–$4,500 lab-grown) at G color / VS2 clarity.
- 2 carat — statement size with substantial visual presence. ($4,500–$13,000 lab-grown).
