"CUSHION VIDEO"
I had to post this lil bit of eye candy before cutting out on Saturday. Three awesome 3ct cushions that are currently here in stock. A chunky faceted 3.02ct I SI that is totally eye clean (wait till you see this ). A 3.17ct cushion but of the more modern faceting style (Ex/Ex with exceptional optics ) and a 3.21ct F SI2 Square Cushion Hearts & Arrows. Some very serious eye candy.
"CUSHION VIDEO"
A nice lil suite of 2ct+ Cushions that are currently on hand and available. Not all of these are great though like in the vid of 3ct's above.
"CUSHION VIDEO"
A new estate ring we just got in. A 3.02ct Cushion with the chunky flashes which comes
with a platinum setting (no additional cost) with 3/4cttw in diamonds and is a size 5.25.
What is interesting about this diamond is it is described as a "Cushion Modified" due to the
facet structure, however it plainly has the broad chunky flashes of the old world cushions. Launch in external player
"ROUND "O, G, J" COLOR IDEAL H&A DIAMONDS"
An interesting comparison of an "O" colored 1.74ct alongside a 2.03ct J SI2 and a 2ct G VS1
cushion. We take both a critical and practical look at this warm colored diamond that is cut
to the rarest specs with regards to rounds and is quite beautiful.
"ROUND IDEAL H&A DIAMONDS" Comparing 5 Hearts & Arrows rounds. 1.05ct J VS2, 1.12ct I SI1, 1.258ct K SI1, 1.28ct J SI1 & 1.35ct J VS2.
The primary differences are in color and size. All have the bling factor as we hand picked each of them.
"ROUND IDEAL H&A DIAMONDS"
comparison w. different lower half lengths Ok... in the above video we're getting a little on the geeky side but its all in good fun and in the spirit of education. The two diamonds in this video are both picture perfect Hearts & Arrows. Both diamonds fall in the zenith of GIA/AGS light performance (rarest combos) but one diamond has proportions cut to 34.16 crown angles with 41.07 pavilion angles with 78.7 lower half length and 60% stars while the other diamond has 34.6 crown angles, 40.7 pavilion angles, 75% lower half length and 48% stars. Both are beautiful yet differing flavors of H&A. If you want to have a little fun with this watch the video and turn off your audio, see which flavor you prefer then watch again with the audio.
ASSCHER CUTS
In this weeks video comparison we take a peek at four 2ct Asschers. All of them have comparable polish/symmetry table and total depth data. 2 we are not crazy about and 2 we are. Watch the vid and you'll see why.
The Ultimate Diamond Info's Video Tutorial's
Video's ROCK.
In this section we will be featuring video tutorials on your favorite subjets as well as product comparisons and the most recent shoots/comparisons we're doing for clients. There is something to learn in each video as we show and demonstrate the optical characteristics in diamond that further seperates us from our competition. We are the first to introduce this means via the Internet, no doubt we expect copies of our work to be attempted but after years of learning, experimenting, purchasing various cameras and lens; all our videos are shot and rendered from genuine high definition cams (which we will eventually make available on DVD, Blu Ray or HD-DVD formats).
This is a new feature we are adding, so please bear with us as we're shooting and editing. There is A LOT more to come. To view the videos we have featured so far choose the subject in the tables below.
Instructional Videos
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The Assessment of Brightness Journey with us as we explore the various lighting environements that best show what is perhaps the most popular view seen in diamonds. We compare a GIA Ex/AGS Ideal Hearts and Arrows round alongside a common round brilliant cut.
The Assessment of Fire
Learn and observe how diamonds appear in various spot lighting environments and how diamonds give off the spectral colors of the rainbow. Same comparison as above but all new lighting environments.
The Nature of Scintillation
In this video we compare 8 different diamonds that feature different types of sparkle from old european cuts to modern round brilliants, proprietary cuts and 2 fancy shapes.
Recent Shoots
Recent Video's
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How we pick our
GOG Signature Princess Cuts.
This video is awesome becuase you will plainly see a comparison of 3 GIA Ex/Ex Ex/VG combos with similar table/total depth measurments that vary in appearance and a vital step in how we cherry pick the rarest. :) The last and 3rd diamond in this comparison is on our website and is a 1.51ct E VS2.
How do you see what a 2ct+ D VVS Cushion looks like via the Internet? 2 Ultra rare diamonds in the world of cushions, not just with regards to clarity/color but more than anything ... the optics.
Comparing a .81ct G SI1 Princess of Hearts to a 1.01ct J I1 Princess of Hearts
Here's a comparison of our Signature 1.56ct Asscher to a 1.83ct H VS2 PoH and a 2ct H VS2 Signature Asscher.
A shoot of a beautiful fancy intense yellow cushion. 1.16ct VS1 clarity.
For PS's Chrono. In this comparison we'll be looking at a 1.28ct H&A Round alongside a 1.45ct Princess of Hearts and lastly a 1.02ct F SI1 Cushion all handpicked by your friendly neighborhood Rhino.
A very interesting comparison of a 3ct GIA Ex with 40.8 pav/35.0 crown alongside a 2.68ct GIA Ex w/40.8 pavilion/34.5 and a 3ct Eighternity. The two 57 facet rounds differ most in their lower girdle facet length. One at 75% and the other at 82.6%. The difference in appearance is notable.
Comparing a nicely cut oval to a GOG Signature H&A Round.
4 Rectangular Cushions. 3 GOG Signature Cushions alongside one with a crushed ice kinda look. What a difference.
Comparing two 1.5xct GOG Signature Asscher's to a 1.44ct Princess of Hearts.
The beatiful Vatche Swan Setting but with diamonds in the shank.
Asschers: 1.13ct F VS2, 1.23ct E VS2 & 1.53ct F SI1. The 1st and 3rd are GOG sigs.
Two GOG signature 2ct Asscher's handpicked by Rhino himself. The 2ct H VS2 on the left is still in stock 12/12/07 ultra hot.
3 hot lil Asschers in the mid 3k range and one not so hot.
Comparing a GOG Signature Hearts & Arrows to a more common AGS Ideal and GIA Ex.
An awesome 3ct Eighternity alongside a 2.51ct AGS Ideal and a 2.36ct Hearts & Arrows Ideal.
2 GOG Signature Cushions (the most carefully selected on this planet), comparing a square to a rectangular shape.
1/4 million worth of Cushions in 5 diamonds. Which one would you buy?
While we are perhaps the only website that hand picks our rounds to ensure they fall within GIA Ex and AGS Ideal standards (and beyond ), there can exist slight variances in their appearances based on differences in proportions. In this video we capture those nuances due to a half a degree in pavilion angles. One set makes the arrows appear darker while the other makes them appear brighter. View the video to find out which you prefer more.
Product Comparisons
The Eighternity Diamond View this proprietary 81 faceted super ideal cut alongside a Hearts & Arrows round for brightness, fire & scintillation. Superior scintillation is an understatement.
The Solasfera Diamond
View the 10 hearts/10 arrows Solasfera alongside a Hearts & Arrows diamond to compare brightness, fire & scintillation. Perhaps one of the most technologically engineered diamonds being cut.
The Star129 Diamond In this comparison we view a Hearts & Arrows diamond alongside a Star129. Do 129 facets make a difference? You be the judge.
Comparing GOG Proprietary Cut Cornered Square Brilliants to 2 other common squares.
Comparing our Hand Selected Princess Cuts alongside a common Princess cut.
Comparing our Hand Selected Princess Cuts alongside a Square Hearts & Arrows diamond.
Comparing a Square Hearts & Arrows to a Cut Cornered Square Brilliant Cut.
Comparing four 2ct Ovals. One with average symmetry. One with a more notable bowtie and 2 beauts.
Until we get the new tutorial up ... the new Star129 as compared to a traditional 57 facet round.
Comparing 2 AGS Ideal Princess Cuts
One with 2 chevrons, one with 3.
Understanding the Appearance of Cushion Cuts
Question: Is a larger diamond of a lower cut quality more brilliant or as brilliant as a smaller diamond with a higher cut quality?
1.37ct E VS1 Hearts & Arrows all by itself.
Cat's .55ct D IF
Sherrie's Cushions
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). A 3.17ct cushion but of the more modern faceting style (Ex/Ex with exceptional optics 
) and a 3.21ct F SI2 Square Cushion Hearts & Arrows. Some very serious eye candy. 
The two diamonds in this video are both picture perfect Hearts & Arrows. 
Both diamonds fall in the zenith of GIA/AGS light performance (rarest combos) but one diamond has proportions cut to 34.16 crown angles with 41.07 pavilion angles with 78.7 lower half length and 60% stars while the other diamond has 34.6 crown angles, 40.7 pavilion angles, 75% lower half length and 48% stars. Both are beautiful yet differing flavors of H&A. If you want to have a little fun with this watch the video and turn off your audio, see which flavor you prefer then watch again with the audio. 
There is A LOT more to come. To view the videos we have featured so far choose the subject in the tables below.
What a difference. 
Which one would you buy? 
