Is color or clarity more important in a cushion-cut diamond?

Cushion-cut diamonds will show more color than round-cut diamonds, as such depending on the ring design the color can be a very important detail. The cushion cut is good at masking imperfections which allow for flexibility in the clarity.

Cushion-cut diamonds will show more color than round-cut diamonds, as such depending on the ring design the color can be a very important detail. The cushion cut is good at masking imperfections which allow for flexibility in the clarity.

By Peter Norman

Peter Norman is one of Los Angeles’ most celebrated wedding jewelers, with his custom-made engagement rings and wedding bands taking center place in thousands of weddings over the last 40 years. Each engagement ring is custom designed, built to order, and can suit any budget: from the simply elegant 1-carat solitaires to the exquisite pieces fit for (and sometimes purchased by) royalty.