How To Choose And Buy A Marquis Diamond Engagement Ring
Marquis diamonds have been a popular choice for many years. Finding the right diamond engagement marquis ring can be quite a challenge. As long as you take note of the points below and buy from a quality jeweler you will be happy with the purchase you made.
The marquis cut is a complex variation of the oval cut, which have both ends pointed. Marquis diamonds have 56 facets in the girdle (otherwise known as the edge) outline the boat shape at either end and comes to a point and can maximizes the carat weight of the diamond cut making it look larger. There are no standardized proportions to the marquis cut, but generally they are cut with a length to width ratio of 1.75 to 2.25:1 determining the outline when viewed from the top. Often this cut can be considered too thin or too fat, whilst the ideal width proportion is 2:1.
It is difficult for the marquis cut to compete with the round cut in terms of brilliance and sparkle and is often badly proportioned. If the stone is cut incorrectly there is often a small spot in the center of the stone that lacks brilliance. This is something that diamond cutters work very hard at to minimize, but is not always completely possible to avoid. A dark area across the middle of the width of the marquis, resembling a bow tie, hence the "bow tie effect". Sometimes this is correctable with some slight adjustment and recutting. In a well proportioned marquis diamond the bow tie will hardly be noticeable.
The marquis diamond is considered the most flattering of the diamond styles, as it makes the hand and fingers appear more slender.
The plus side of purchasing a marquis diamond is the price. Generally they are 10% or even 20% less than the equivalent round brilliant cut diamond engagement marquis ring
A bit of history about the marquis cut ... It is said that France's Louis XIV, the Sun King, wished for a diamond to be cut to be as brilliant and the shape that could match the smile of the Marquise de Pompadour.
When you find the diamond engagement marquis ring you'll know it. Just take your time and you'll be able to surprise her with a gorgeous ring she will appreciate for many years to come.
