The Carat Standard

GIA report 2506533266

3.00 ct Cushion Diamond

81/100 · Considered

A balanced profile with a few questions to carry forward.

What reads well

  • A 1.00:1 length-to-width ratio sits in the classic cushion range.
  • Table 59% and depth 67.9% fall in the typical cushion range.
  • Excellent polish and symmetry, the top finish grades.
  • VS1 clarity is typically eye-clean in a cushion.
  • No fluorescence: no haze risk to weigh.

What deserves a closer look

  • Face-up area is about 17% below typical cushions of this weight, suggesting hidden weight in depth.
  • Slightly thick to very thick girdle: a thick girdle carries hidden weight and can reduce face-up size (thicker points are common in fancy shapes).
  • I color in a 3.00 ct cushion may show some warmth, especially at the corners.
  • Screening only: bow-tie, windowing and contrast in a cushion can only be judged from images or video of this exact stone.

What to check on the exact stone

  • Does the feather reach the outer edge where a setting prong could put pressure on it?
  • Does this cushion produce broad, chunky flashes or small needle-like crushed-ice sparkle?
  • Is extra carat weight trapped in the thick girdle rim where it does not add finger presence?
  • Can you show me the inscribed report number under a loupe before it is set?

Report facts

Origin
Natural
Carat
3.00 ct
Shape
Cushion
Color
I
Clarity
VS1
Cut
Not stated
Measurements
7.98 × 7.96 × 5.41 mm
Table
59%
Depth
67.9%
Crown angle
Not stated
Pavilion angle
Not stated
Girdle
Slightly thick to very thick, faceted
Culet
None
Polish
Excellent
Symmetry
Excellent
Fluorescence
None

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