In 1562 Mary Queen of
Scots is known to have
sent Queen Elizabeth I a
gold ring with a
"diamond made like a
heart". The first
brilliants were known as Mazarins. It was once said to
be the crowning invention in the art of diamond-cutting. It was due
originally to Vincenzio Peruzzi, of Venice ; a city which was, in his
time of the late 1600's, the chief seat of the Diamond trade. The
advancement in cutting tools in the early 1900's led to modern diamond
cuts including the round brilliant cut. The cushion cut was used
exclusively during the early 1800's until the early 1900's. The Cushion
cut or Old Mine cut is the earliest form of the modern brilliant
cut. This cut of diamond is characterized by a high crown, small table,
deep pavilion and large culet.
Description of the Cushion Cut Diamond
The description of an Cushion Cut Diamond is: A four sided deep square or rectangle
cut with rounded edges and large facets - it has a cushioned shaped
girdle. The cut is usually
multi-faceted to give the highest possible light refraction and is
therefore especially suited for candlelight. Coincidently these
"candlelight diamonds" were made by candlelight in the days before the
invention of electricity. The cut filters a large volume
of returning light, which makes it one of the most brilliant and
sparkling diamond cuts. Other names for this cut are:
Old miner or Old Mine
Peruzzi Cut
Old miner or Old Mine
Peruzzi Cut
Triple Cut Brilliant
Candlelight Diamond
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Cushion Cut Diamond - the Cutting Process
Diamond Facets are
the smooth surface areas of a diamond which are cut and polished to
control the brilliance and the durability of a diamond. A skilful
diamond cutter brings out all the brilliance and sparkle of a diamond by
choosing the most appropriate cut, such as the Brilliant Diamond cut.
Symbolism & Meaning of Diamonds
The traditional properties closely associated with diamonds are
action, passion, and energy. Jewelry containing diamonds are believed to
enhance relationships, increasing inner strength and provide the wearer
with balance, clarity and abundance. Wearing jewelry containing a
diamond will focus the energies of the precious gemstone through the
gem.
Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Rings
The tradition of wearing engagement rings, including those with an
Cushion cut diamond, symbolizes the promise of a future together which
is sealed with the giving and accepting of a ring. The tradition of
giving a diamond engagement ring dates back to the 13th century. Mary of Burgundy is the first known recipient of a diamond engagement ring, in 1477. Betrothal Betrothal rings were initially given as a pledge to marry. All wedding
and engagement rings are worn on the third finger of the left hand
because the vein in this finger, called the "vena amoris", was once
believed to run directly to the heart which is closely associated with
love. The circular shape of rings symbolizes unending love.
Cushion Cut Diamond Solitaire
The most popular style engagement ring is a diamond solitaire, the cuts
include the Cushion cut diamond solitaire. The solitaire design was
introduced by Tiffany about 100 years ago. The Tiffany solitaire setting
enhanced the brilliance and lustre of the diamond by introducing the
first ‘open’ mount, which allowed light to travel freely through the
precious stone differing from all previous settings which had
restrictive closed backs. The Cushion cut diamond solitaire is a
beautiful cut for this type of jewelry.
Cushion Cut Diamond
What constitutes
good cuts? Good Cushion Cut Diamonds are effected by several different
elements which have a large impact on a diamond's brilliance. These
include the Width and Depth of the stone, the
Symmetry and the alignment of a diamond's facets and the
polish. Diamond Clarity is a measure of a diamond's blemishes and inclusions which
also effect the brilliance
of diamonds and their sparkle because they interfere with the passage of
light travelling through the precious stone. The skill of the jeweller will
ensure that Cushion cut diamonds have a suitable cut to
give the most beautiful results in respect of their
lustre, transparency, refraction and dispersion of
light.
Definition:
A four sided deep square or rectangle cut with rounded
edges and large facets - it has a cushioned shaped
girdle. The cut is usually
multi-faceted to give the highest possible light refraction and is
therefore especially suited for candlelight. It filters a large volume
of returning light, which makes it one of the most brilliant and
sparkling diamond cuts. Other names for this cut are:
Old miner or Old Mine
Peruzzi Cut
Triple Cut Brilliant
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