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About 10K Rose Gold
10K rose gold derives its warm pink hue from a higher copper content — typically 50%+ of the alloy. The increased copper makes 10K the rosiest and hardest-wearing rose gold available, and the boldest pink tone in fine jewelry. The color does not fade or tarnish, and rose gold never requires rhodium plating like white gold does. It pairs beautifully against fair to medium skin tones and complements diamonds, morganites, and pearls with a flattering warm cast.
About the Cushion Cut
The cushion cut is a square or slightly rectangular shape with rounded corners — a softer, more romantic silhouette than the princess. The modern cushion brilliant has 58–64 facets and delivers warm, lantern-like fire that differs from the sharp scintillation of round brilliants. Cushions are particularly popular in halo and three-stone settings and pair beautifully with vintage-inspired designs. Cushion-cut diamonds typically cost 15–25% less per carat than equivalent round brilliants.