{"id":3762,"date":"2024-12-10T04:42:02","date_gmt":"2024-12-10T04:42:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wp.luxyverse.com\/guide\/?p=3762"},"modified":"2025-02-28T07:26:51","modified_gmt":"2025-02-28T07:26:51","slug":"what-is-a-marquise-diamond","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wp.luxyverse.com\/guide\/what-is-a-marquise-diamond\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a Marquise Diamond?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A classic shape with a royal pedigree, the marquise diamond exudes prestige and grace wherever it\u2019s set.\u00a0 It can be found in a marquise diamond engagement ring<\/a>, a wedding ring, earrings, and even in a diamond necklace<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But what is a marquise diamond? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Marquise diamonds are a type of diamond shape that is crafted into an oval with pointed ends. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Still having trouble picturing the shape? Start with the image of a teardrop. The tip of a teardrop has a pointed end while the bottom is rounded. Instead of one pointed end and one rounded end, a marquise cut diamond has two<\/em> pointed ends and is more elongated in shape. This cut creates a more vertical aesthetic and, as a result, a stunning and elegant jewel. But there\u2019s more to marquise diamonds than just their shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Marquise Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A Quick History of Marquise Diamonds<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

So why does the marquise diamond have a name that seemingly has no relationship to its shape? The blame can be placed on French King Louis XV. He was the first to request this particular shape in the 1700s. His inspiration? Romance, of course. He specifically requested jewelers create a diamond shape to resemble the lips of his mistress. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Later, after the shape was refined, it was given the French name of marquise, a title of French nobility. In France, a marquise is a rank just below the rank of duke.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Marquise Diamond Face-Up Size<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019ve seen a marquise diamond, its slim, striking shape becomes unforgettable. If you\u2019re hunting for a marquise diamond for yourself or a loved one, there\u2019s more to consider than just its famous silhouette\u2014you should also factor in the diamond\u2019s size and weight.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When talking about diamond size, there are two terms you need to be familiar with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n