Old Mine Cushion
Depth, softness and individuality.
Old mine cushions became a defining diamond form during the nineteenth century. Cut by hand into square or rectangular outlines with rounded corners, they are often recognised by a high crown, a small table, a deep pavilion and a visible open culet.
That depth allows the eye to travel into the diamond. In soft light, the broader facets return larger and slower flashes, creating an impression that can feel calmer, warmer and more intimate than the fine scintillation of many modern cuts.
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