1 Carat Cushion Cut 18k Yellow Gold Moissanite Ring+ 1.0-Carat Cushion Forever One Moissanite

Forever One is Charles and Colvard's premium colorless moissanite, graded in the DEF color range, which matches or exceeds the whiteness of most diamonds. Older grades like Forever Brilliant sit in the near-colorless GHI range and can show a slight tint in larger sizes. For the most diamond-like appearance, Forever One is the right choice.

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. A 1 carat stone hits the sweet spot that has defined engagement rings for decades: substantial enough to catch the eye, refined enough to suit any style.

The cushion cut's rounded corners and broad light flashes echo vintage romance, and 18k yellow gold's deep, rich tone elevates that character with a luxurious warmth. At 75% pure gold, 18k has a noticeably deeper color than 14k, giving the ring a more substantial, heirloom-quality feel. Moissanite's extra fire adds vivid spectral flashes that the cushion's open facet pattern showcases beautifully.

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 saturated golden hue of 18k yellow gold gives this 1 carat cushion cut moissanite a warm, inviting presence. Moissanite was originally discovered in a meteor crater and is now lab-grown to produce a stone with more brilliance and fire than diamond. Do Amore handcrafts each ring from recycled 18k gold in the US, and every purchase funds one person's clean water through charity: water.