Natural Diamond (mounted as stud earrings)
Natural Diamond (mounted as stud earrings) · Cushion Cut
Good to Very Good Cut
Carat
Approximately 0.75 - 1.00 carats total weight (approx. 0.40 - 0.50 ct each)
Color
Estimated G-H (Near Colorless)
Clarity
Estimated VS2 - SI1
Shape
Cushion Cut
Overall Assessment
A classic, elegant pair of cushion cut diamond stud earrings offering good sparkle and versatile everyday wearability
Cut Quality
Good to Very Good
Brilliance
Good white light return, though partially obscured by the stud setting and lighting conditions
Fire
Moderate dispersion visible under direct light
Scintillation
Active play of light and dark areas typical of cushion cut facet patterns
Proportions
Typical standard cushion proportions with balanced table and depth suited for stud mountings
Symmetry
Good
Polish
Good
Fluorescence
Faint to Medium (cannot be definitively tested visually without UV light)
Inclusions
Minor pinpoints and small feather inclusions typical of VS2/SI1 clarity
Blemishes
Minimal surface blemishes, minor polish lines consistent with standard commercial cuts
Origin
Natural earth-mined origin (commercial grade source)
Treatment Detection
No obvious signs of treatment detected visually
Estimated Value
$1,500 - $3,000 USD (depending on exact color, clarity, and gold weight)
Certification Estimate
Uncertified commercial grade; likely would grade GIA or IGI upon professional submission
Investment Potential
Standard retail jewelry purchase; typical retail depreciation applies upon resale
Similar Diamonds
Standard commercial cushion cut diamond pair earrings found in major jewelry retailers
Setting Suggestions
Currently set as traditional four-prong basket stud earrings in white gold or platinum
Care & Maintenance
Clean regularly with warm soapy water and a soft brush; professional ultrasonic cleaning recommended periodically
Interesting Facts
Cushion cut diamonds combine a vintage appeal with modern brilliance, tracing their origins back to the Old Mine cut of the 19th century