Does a cushion cut diamond hold its value more than an Asscher cut diamond?

Diamond cut on its own makes little difference in terms of long-term value of any diamond. Different cuts, however, can have a 'fashion bump' so that there will be periods when one cut or the other may earn a higher re-sale price than another cut.

Generally, a diamond's cut highlights the stone's major attribute(s), which may be clarity or colour or carat weight.

The most critical thing you can do to verify you maximize your Cushion Cut precious stone is to know precisely what you have. You can pay for a certified gemologist to document the diamond's characteristics.

Likewise with other extravagant shapes, Cushion cuts can't be characterized by numbers, yet there are some fundamental rules to consider. This cut may not be as complex as heart cut stones and other curiOSity shapes. Similarly, as with any jewel, the qualities (carat, colour and clarity) will focus the stable market value significantly more than the shape of the cut.