Marquise cut diamonds - The Next Generation Attraction!

Marquise cut diamonds are one of the most popular diamonds out of what is considered the fancy shaped diamond group. These diamonds have been cut for a very long time and are one of the oldest and more classy diamond cuts. Marquise cut diamonds engagement rings are a timeless classic. Since they are very long they give the hand a long and slender look. The recommended length to width ration for a pear shape is 1.75 to 2.10 to one. The modern pear shape is based upon the round brilliant and thus called "modified brilliant Marquise". Marquise cut diamonds look great in many types of rings including halo settings with small pave diamonds around them.

Actually, the marquise cut diamond does not have a set standard on how the diamond should be cut.It is truly up to personal preference and the shape and size of the stone. Marquise cut diamonds are usually sold as center diamonds for engagement rings and wedding rings.Because of its unique shape it usually demands to be the center of attention.

In addition to the considerations outlined on this page, there are some other important factors to consider when it comes to choosing your diamond engagement ring. You can see information about choosing the diamonds for your diamond engagement ring and the design construction factors to consider on the engagement ring advice page.

First, how will the shape of the diamond look on your hand? A woman with a small hand may prefer a round or princess shape diamond; whereas, a woman with long, slender fingers can wear a marquise, pear or oval shape diamond without having it cover too much of her finger to look elegant. The setting or mounting -- for a diamond also plays a role in how the diamond looks on a woman's hand. A heavier, more elaborate setting, for instance, would not appear graceful on a smaller hand. Certain settings also enhance the beauty of a particular shape of diamond better than others.

The price per carat of a Marquise cut diamond is almost always less than the price for a Round Brilliant cut diamond of similar quality. Another advantage is that loose Marquise diamonds look larger and have a polished facet, with no surface pits or polishing lines visible.

The Marquise is a slender, striking cut that is ideal for rings. The elongated shape flatters the finger and accentuates its own carat weight with its regal elongated shape and tapering points at both ends. The Marquise cut diamond can look better than a Round one in items such as pendants and drop earrings. Marquise cut diamonds can also be used as shoulder stones for a major center stone, or in a cluster around a larger diamond.

Finally, what shape catches the eye? If you're looking for a diamond that will attract a lot of attention, you'll probably prefer The Leo Diamond. Whatever shape Leo Diamond you prefer, you'll be wowed by its superior brilliance when compared with other diamonds of comparable quality.

Its beautiful brilliance and unique cut makes it a favorite for engagement rings. The princess has pointed corners and is traditionally square in shape. When choosing a color grade, consider that while the price of a J-color non-round diamond is exceptional, color may be slightly visible in its corners. Also, princess-cut diamonds can vary greatly in how square or rectangular they are. This will determine what the diamond will look like when viewing it from above. Here are length-to-width ratios for princess-cut diamond shapes that are pleasing to the eye.

When choosing a Marquise cut, it extremely important to note the overall clarity and color of the diamond. Due to the shape of the Marquise cut, the color and clarity of the diamond are usually more apparent.

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