What sparkles more cushion or radiant?

When comparing these the sparkle of these two cuts, its more about how they sparkle than how much they sparkle. Radiant cuts are far more brilliant and bright than cushion cuts due to their large table and 70 facets which allows a greater reflection of light, cushion cuts only have 58 facets. However, the cushion… Continue reading What sparkles more cushion or radiant?

When comparing these the sparkle of these two cuts, its more about how they sparkle than how much they sparkle. Radiant cuts are far more brilliant and bright than cushion cuts due to their large table and 70 facets which allows a greater reflection of light, cushion cuts only have 58 facets. However, the cushion cuts are more fiery – they produce more colored light reflections. So it depends on the kind of sparkle a wearer is looking for – fire or brilliance.

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.