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Flawless is a prestige choice. The old mine cushion's larger antique facets are somewhat more transparent than modern crushed-ice cushions, making clarity slightly more visible. However, VS1 or VS2 is still eye-clean. Flawless provides perfection under magnification but no visible improvement on the finger. It is best for collectors who value the highest certification.
The old mine cushion's larger, chunkier facets do show clarity slightly more openly than modern crushed-ice cushions, making Flawless somewhat more appreciable. However, the difference between Flawless and VS1 remains invisible to the naked eye. The open culet is a design feature of the antique cut, not a clarity concern.
F or G pairs well. For the most authentic vintage appearance, G in yellow gold with Flawless clarity creates a stunning combination. D to F with Flawless creates a modern interpretation of the antique cut. The old mine cushion's vintage character works beautifully across all color-clarity combinations.
A old mine cushion the higher crown creates depth and a warm, chunky sparkle pattern. At Flawless clarity, no inclusions or blemishes visible under 10x magnification. The old mine cushion cut's soft, romantic cushion shape inspired by 18th and 19th century diamond cutting creates a distinctive profile on the hand.