Basics Of The Cushion Cut Ring

When choosing a ring for yourself or for someone special, it is important to look at the cut of the precious gem in the ring. Diamonds are great gems, but you can also choose to get other gems like sapphire, garnet, and others. You should choose a nice cut of gem so that your ring will look great. One of the best rings with a gem in it is the cushion cut ring.

A cushion cut is a gem which is cut into a square-like shape with rounded corners. The cut is called the 'cushion cut' since it resembles a cushion to a certain extent as it is square-like and puffy. The cut has 58 facets, making is unique and beautiful. Not to mention, it is a classic design and is always in fashion.

In the eighteenth century, the cushion cut rings were popular amongst those who could afford it. They marveled at the ring's beauty and how well it reflected light, especially from candlelight. It has a very subtle look, as it shines and sparkles softly but beautifully. It is a ring that makes people feel like they are elegant.

If you want to have a large gem as the centerpiece of your ring, then it is best to use the prong setting to keep the gem in place. It not only looks great, but it also helps keep the gem in place for a long time. If you want several smaller gems, then you can choose to put in a pave setting as well along the ring.

Depending on the gem that you are using for your cushion cut, you will want different kinds of gems for the pave setting. Usually, circular or oval cut gems are best for a pave setting for cushion cut rings.

Very good cushion cut gems are hard to find nowadays, since they are a different kind of cut than what you would normally find in jewelry shops. It is good to find a shop that specializes in antique designs so that you can get a great looking cushion cut gem.

When choosing the cushion cut gem for your cushion cut ring, it is important to make sure that it shines brightly from the different facets. To be sure that it is definitely well cut, check to see if there is a bow tie shadow in the middle of the gem. It should be lightly there, but not too dark.