Cushion Cut Lab Grown Diamond Four Claw Solitaire Ring, E Color VVS2

Cushion Cut Lab Grown Diamond Four Claw Solitaire Ring

A cushion cut lab grown diamond held in four claws on a plain slim band. The cushion is a square with rounded corners and rounded sides, the shape that sat on almost every engagement ring made before the modern round brilliant existed, and it still carries that older character. Its facets are larger and fewer than a round's, so instead of fine glitter it produces broad soft flashes that people describe as candlelight. Nothing has been added around it. No halo, no pave, no hidden halo, just four claws and an open gallery so light travels up through the pavilion. E colour, VVS2 clarity, free IGI certificate. Made to order in Surat in ten metals and four carat weights.

Center stone details

• Stone type: Lab grown diamond
• Shape: Cushion cut, square with rounded corners and sides
• Colour: E
• Clarity: VVS2
• Cut and polish: Excellent
• Symmetry: Excellent
• Carat options: 2, 3, 4 and 5 carat
• Setting: Four claws gripping the rounded corners
• Certification: IGI certificate included at no extra cost

Band details

• Profile: Slim rounded shank, plain and polished
• Finish: High polish throughout, no accent stones
• Gallery: Open beneath the stone so light passes under the pavilion
• Comfort: Low setting height, rounded inside edge

Metal options

Available in 925 sterling silver, 10K yellow gold, 10K rose gold, 10K white gold, 14K yellow gold, 14K rose gold, 14K white gold, 18K yellow gold, 18K rose gold and 18K white gold. With no accent stones the metal colour is the only other decision. Yellow and rose gold lean into the antique character the cushion already has, white gold keeps it modern and makes the stone look as large as possible. For daily wear 14K is harder than 18K and keeps a plain polished band free of dents for longer.

Ring size

Every ring is made to your finger size, so choose your size at checkout. If you are unsure, measure the inside diameter of a ring you already wear or ask us for a free size guide before ordering.

Custom orders

We can add a hidden halo, set pave along the shoulders, change to a double claw setting, or widen the band. For any other customization request please contact us at https://mapplegems.com/pages/contact and we will quote it before you order.

Frequently asked questions

What is a cushion cut?
A square or slightly rectangular stone with rounded corners and gently curved sides, named for its resemblance to a pillow. It predates the modern round brilliant and was the dominant diamond shape through the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.

Why is it described as candlelight?
Its facets are larger and fewer than a round brilliant's, so it returns light in broad soft flashes rather than fine sharp sparkle. The effect is warmer and slower moving, which is why cushions were the standard when rings were seen by candle rather than electric light.

Does a cushion look smaller than a round of the same carat?
Slightly, face up, because it carries more of its weight in depth. In exchange it costs less per carat than a round and has a distinctly softer character.

Is a plain solitaire easy to pair with a wedding band?
It is the easiest of all. There is no pave to line up and the shank is straight where a band meets it.

Is a lab grown diamond a real diamond?
Yes. Same carbon structure, hardness and brilliance as a mined diamond. Only the origin differs.

Do I get a certificate?
Yes. A free IGI certificate for the centre stone comes with every order, listing colour, clarity, cut grade and carat weight.

How long does it take to make?
Production usually takes ten to fourteen working days, plus shipping time to your address.

Why buy a lab grown diamond

A lab grown diamond gives the same hardness, brilliance and fire as a mined stone at a fraction of the price, which is what makes a certified 4 or 5 carat cushion cut achievable. It is created without mining, so there is no excavation and no doubt about origin. Every centre stone we set is independently certified.

Our services

• Free IGI certificate for the centre stone
• Free tracked worldwide shipping
• Made to order in your exact ring size
• Lifetime prong check plus cleaning
• Thirty day return window
• Secure packaging in a presentation box

About Mapple Gems

Mapple Gems is a made to order fine jewellery workshop in Surat, India, one of the world's main diamond cutting centres. We set lab grown diamonds and moissanite in solid gold and sterling silver, making each piece only after it is ordered, which keeps prices low without holding stock. Questions before you buy are welcome at https://mapplegems.com/pages/contact.

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