1 Carat Old Mine Cushion G Color Lab Grown Diamonds

G is the best overall value for a modern-quality interpretation. One carat lab grown diamonds are a great starting point. G's faint warmth is invisible through the old mine cushion's chunky facets in most conditions. In yellow gold, G is ideal for the antique aesthetic. G/VS2 in yellow gold is the most popular specification.

G does not show noticeable warmth at 1 carat in most old mine cushions. The chunky vintage sparkle masks G's faint warmth. In yellow gold, G is completely invisible and creates a period-authentic look. In white gold, most observers will not notice.

G or H color in yellow gold, VS1 or VS2 clarity. This combination delivers the most authentic vintage aesthetic at the best value. The old mine cushion's antique character is best served by warm metals and proportions that showcase the chunky sparkle, higher crown, and visible culet.

A 1 carat old mine cushion the higher crown creates depth and a warm, chunky sparkle pattern. With G color (near-colorless), not distinguishable from F in most real-world conditions. 1 carat natural diamonds are a great starting point and have been the average diamond size for natural diamonds for many decades.