1 Carat Old Mine Cushion VS2 Lab Grown Diamonds

VS2 is excellent value for most old mine cushions. One carat lab grown diamonds are a great starting point. The larger antique facets are somewhat more transparent than crushed-ice, so individual evaluation is recommended. Most VS2 old mine cushions are eye-clean. The savings versus higher grades fund beautiful vintage settings.

In the majority of cases. The larger antique facets are somewhat more transparent than modern crushed-ice but less transparent than step cuts. Individual evaluation is recommended. For guaranteed eye-clean quality across all old mine cushion stones, VS1 is the safer universal choice.

G or H color in yellow gold, VS1 or VS2 clarity, authentic antique proportions (higher crown, open culet, chunky facets). The vintage character and antique aesthetic define this cut's appeal more than any individual specification. Yellow gold with period-inspired settings completes the look.

A 1 carat old mine cushion the higher crown creates depth and a warm, chunky sparkle pattern. At VS2 clarity, minor inclusions visible under 10x magnification but not to the naked eye in most cuts. 1 carat natural diamonds are a great starting point and have been the average diamond size for natural diamonds for many decades.