Looking for something a little higher end? Well, you will find it here. Below are our cushion cut diamond engagement rings priced between $2,500 and $5,000. If you don't see anything you like consider increasing your budget slightly to find even more exquisite rings.

This is a very interesting price range for cushion cut diamond engagement rings. Even though paying up to $5,000 for a ring may seem like a lot, it actually doesn't buy you as much as you may think if you are looking at cushion cut rings. That being said, there is a wide selection of rings at this price point for your viewing pleasure.

Why are cushion cut engagement rings so expensive? The simple answer is that they are expensive because cushion cut diamonds are expensive. So why are cushion cut diamonds so expensive? The answer to this question is a little trickier.

Cushion cut diamonds cost a bit more than round cut ones due to two main factors. These are size (in carats) and clarity. To get a properly proportioned cut you need a fairly large stone. You can polish almost any sized diamond into a round cut ring, but you need something a little bigger if you are going with the cushion cut. It is just two difficult to create the unique look with a really tiny gem. And with diamonds, while bigger may not be better it does mean they are more expensive.

The second reason your cushion cut diamond is more expensive has to do with its clarity rating. This cut is very open so only diamonds with a high clarity rating will look right. Low quality muddy diamonds will be extremely obvious with this cut and are better left for $200 rings or industrial equipment.

So, the reason cushion cut engagement rings are so expensive is due to the fact that you need large clear diamonds for them to look right. Thus, while your ring will look amazing you do have to pay for it.

The good news is that you can save money on your cushion cut engagement ring by browsing our selection above. I am sure with some digging you will be able to uncover the perfect ring for you or your fiancée.