2 Carat Cushion Cut 18k Yellow Gold Lab Diamond Ring+ 2.0-Carat Cushion Lab Created Diamond

Yes. Lab diamonds are graded using the same 4Cs system as mined diamonds: cut, color, clarity, and carat weight. Certifications from labs like IGI, GIA, and GCAL are available. Reputable retailers provide certification documentation with every lab diamond so you know exactly what you are getting.

Yes. Higher gold purity means less hardening alloy in the metal, making 18k softer and more prone to surface scratches than 14k. This does not mean it is fragile, but a ring worn every day will develop micro-scratches more quickly in 18k than in 14k. Regular polishing can restore its surface. For most people, either karat works fine for daily wear. The 2 carat size has become increasingly popular as lab diamonds brought it within reach. It offers a generous look that feels luxurious but not excessive.

The cushion cut's rounded corners and broad facets produce soft, romantic light flashes. At 2 carats these gentle flashes are visible from across a table. Paired with the deeper gold tone of 18k yellow gold, the overall look is warm, inviting, and luxurious without appearing excessive.

A cushion cut has a square or rectangular outline with rounded corners, resembling a pillow or cushion shape. Unlike the precisely engineered round brilliant, cushion cuts come in several facet patterns: classic, modified brilliant, and crushed ice. Each produces a different sparkle character. Cushion cuts generally show more colorful fire and a softer, more romantic look than round brilliants.

The rich, saturated tone of 18k yellow gold elevates the cushion cut's vintage appeal at 2 carats, where the large facets create sweeping light patterns with depth. Do Amore sources recycled 18k gold and lab diamonds grown in controlled conditions, keeping the materials aligned with their ethical mission. Each purchase funds clean water for one person, part of a mission spanning 14 countries through charity: water.