Diamonds 101. The Cutting Edge on the Marquise-Cut Engagement Ring
Legend has it that the marquise diamond was inspired by the smile of the Marquise de Pompadour, the mistress of Louis the XV. He commissioned the uniquely shaped diamond for the Marquise, and thus it got its name.
The graceful marquise cut diamond remains a favorite today among women who seek something a little different than the traditional round cut or princess cut. You will know a marquise by its elongated oval shape that comes to a distinct point at each end. It seems that no diamond shape inspires such intense opinions as the marquise—women either love it or hate it! A marquise diamond is most stunning as a solitaire, and best flatters the hands of women with longer, slender fingers.
The marquise cut engagement ring is fully customizable to your taste. The diamond is available in ¼ carat, ½ carat , and 1 carat weights, set in either 14k white or yellow gold. You may even elect to upgrade your diamond’s clarity.
Elegant and dazzling, the marquise diamond is truly the cut of royalty.
Could use some help!
I love the style of the ring pictured in the ‘Hand Carved Paisley Diamond Wedding Band’ section.
The information says, ”For brides who prefer a beautiful wedding band to wear in lieu of a traditional engagement ring…” what do you mean by this please? would you say that this ring is suitable to give as an engagement ring?
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