Marquise Diamond..
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They are actually coming back into popularity.
They are very nice. But hard to shop for because finding one with a minimal bowtie and good performance takes kissing a lot of frogs. No matter what you've read, you CANNOT shop by the numbers as they are meaningless. You must shop at a vendor with images of the actual stones. And also one that offers idealscope images. As the way you need to shop for is faceting and light performance. The points show color easily so it's recommended that you go for H or above if you want a very white stone. They do not show inclusions too easily so you can easily find an eyeclean SI stone. But it is best not to restrict clarity beyond setting a minimum (eyeclean and SI1 and above is what I recommend) as you want to keep your pool of possible 'princes' as wide as possible.
I would recommend shopping at James Allen (JA) or Good Old Gold (GOG). JA has the largest number stones posted ready to view. We would be happy to search for you, when you are ready to buy. And GOG has the best record of finding fancy diamonds. To work with them you would just need to call them and give them your requirements (so you would tell them budget, H color or better, eyeclean SI1 or better, minimal to no bowtie, largest possible for budget).
The good thing about them is that since they are only starting to become popular again they are very affordable (relatively) per carat and are very spready (lots of size for the carat weight, they face up larger than many other cuts). Plus they look lovely when set simply or when dressed up.
The entire purpose of faceting a diamond is to reflect light.
How well or how poorly a diamond does this determines how beautiful it is.
How well a diamond performs is determined by the angles and cutting. This is why we say cut is king. With fancies though (anything other than a round brilliant), that is a little complicated. But no other factor: not color, not clarity has as much of an impact on the appearance of a diamond as its cut.
There really is no other way to determine if you have a good marquise (online) is to see images of the stones, and then you need is a way to check actual light performance of your actual stone.
That's what an ASET image does. http://www.highperformancediamonds.com/index.php?page=education-performance Please read.
And ASET shows you how and wear your diamond is reflecting light, how well it is going at it, and where you are losing light return That is why you won't see us recommending vendors like Blue Nile, as they do not provide images or ASET images for their diamonds. James Allen and Good Old Gold do.
And both vendors also provide videos which is also a great tool.
They are very nice. But hard to shop for because finding one with a minimal bowtie and good performance takes kissing a lot of frogs. No matter what you've read, you CANNOT shop by the numbers as they are meaningless. You must shop at a vendor with images of the actual stones. And also one that offers idealscope images. As the way you need to shop for is faceting and light performance. The points show color easily so it's recommended that you go for H or above if you want a very white stone. They do not show inclusions too easily so you can easily find an eyeclean SI stone. But it is best not to restrict clarity beyond setting a minimum (eyeclean and SI1 and above is what I recommend) as you want to keep your pool of possible 'princes' as wide as possible.
I would recommend shopping at James Allen (JA) or Good Old Gold (GOG). JA has the largest number stones posted ready to view. We would be happy to search for you, when you are ready to buy. And GOG has the best record of finding fancy diamonds. To work with them you would just need to call them and give them your requirements (so you would tell them budget, H color or better, eyeclean SI1 or better, minimal to no bowtie, largest possible for budget).
The good thing about them is that since they are only starting to become popular again they are very affordable (relatively) per carat and are very spready (lots of size for the carat weight, they face up larger than many other cuts). Plus they look lovely when set simply or when dressed up.
The entire purpose of faceting a diamond is to reflect light.
How well or how poorly a diamond does this determines how beautiful it is.
How well a diamond performs is determined by the angles and cutting. This is why we say cut is king. With fancies though (anything other than a round brilliant), that is a little complicated. But no other factor: not color, not clarity has as much of an impact on the appearance of a diamond as its cut.
There really is no other way to determine if you have a good marquise (online) is to see images of the stones, and then you need is a way to check actual light performance of your actual stone.
That's what an ASET image does. http://www.highperformancediamonds.com/index.php?page=education-performance Please read.
And ASET shows you how and wear your diamond is reflecting light, how well it is going at it, and where you are losing light return That is why you won't see us recommending vendors like Blue Nile, as they do not provide images or ASET images for their diamonds. James Allen and Good Old Gold do.
And both vendors also provide videos which is also a great tool.
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Many people under the age of 30 find them to be a fresh and interesting option due to there almost complete drop off over the last 20 years. They are coming around again and I think they are a great option for someone younger due to them being lower cost but yet face up large for their CTW, plus, they seem modern and fresh AND hide inclusions well. I have one and am in my mid 20s. All my friends think it is unique. They don't even know what the cut is called. But I've had many like it. Even ask to try it on.Dancing Fire|1396155992|3643636 said:
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alnglee|1396186425|3643716 said:Hi Niel.. I find them super cool, I just wanted some knowledge on them before moving forward.. The uniqueness is what atttacts me and they aren't a dime a dozen when looking at others rings.. Hope I can put together an awesome ring, I am taking a risk on this one..
I think you are smart to get some info before purchasing.
I would suggest like gypsy said just do to james Allen and look at all the marquise. What color do you like (I suspect g or above as they show more color) what shape you like, and look at the different stones just to get a sense of what a good one and a bad one looks like. What's your budget for your diamond? Wed be happy to look around too, you're not on your own
I was originally looking at a round diamond in the 2 carat range set in the RoyalT Style # HT2604RD10 from Tacori.. The diamond I was going to buy loose from elsewhere due to cost.. This gives you an idea of the cost range I was in.. Let me say this though, I really don't like this choice and I find it over priced and boring compared to the marquise diamond.. Anyhow this is what my gf loved and kept showing me, but she did say the marquise diamond was beautiful! I just need to find a way to make the band elegant and I know I can sell her on this idea of a marquise diamond..
I just need to find a way to make the band elegant and I know I can sell her on this idea of a marquise diamond..
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Marquises are really pretty, fresh and new... However, if your gf rather wants a round stone, I would choose a round for her.
If she also really loves a Marquise, then you will be able to present her something truly special.
My advice would be to go ring shopping together. Just to be able to find out whether a round or a marquise looks better on her hand.
Here is an example of a Marquise with an elegant band:
If she also really loves a Marquise, then you will be able to present her something truly special.
My advice would be to go ring shopping together. Just to be able to find out whether a round or a marquise looks better on her hand.
Here is an example of a Marquise with an elegant band:
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I think they are beautiful in the right setting. A lot of the marquise engagement rings you see on 40- to 50-year-olds are cluster rings and look dated to our eyes today.
Look at this beauty! http://www.langantiques.com/products/item/10-1-4248
Good luck and have fun!
Look at this beauty! http://www.langantiques.com/products/item/10-1-4248
Good luck and have fun!
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Here's a beautiful marquise that was once featured as Jewel of the Week here!
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alnglee|1396187789|3643725 said:I was originally looking at a round diamond in the 2 carat range set in the RoyalT Style # HT2604RD10 from Tacori.. The diamond I was going to buy loose from elsewhere due to cost.. This gives you an idea of the cost range I was in.. Let me say this though, I really don't like this choice and I find it over priced and boring compared to the marquise diamond.. Anyhow this is what my gf loved and kept showing me, but she did say the marquise diamond was beautiful!
I happen to love marquise stones! They give a lot of finger coverage and if you can find good cut, they are very nice. About the Tacori setting... unless she is absolutely bent on having Tacori, there is no way I would pay $8K+ for this setting. I would have a similar one made by a great bench, while getting better workmanship, AND saving some money to boot. Tacori is waaaaay overpriced for what it is. I do love the setting she picked out -- I just don't think it's work $8K... or $6K, for that matter.
If your gf wants a round, I would get her a round, but if she likes the marquise cut equally... you could really get an amazing setting and it would be gorgeous!!
Do you know if she likes the N/S or E/W set marquise rings?
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msop04|1396195647|3643772 said:alnglee|1396187789|3643725 said:I was originally looking at a round diamond in the 2 carat range set in the RoyalT Style # HT2604RD10 from Tacori.. The diamond I was going to buy loose from elsewhere due to cost.. This gives you an idea of the cost range I was in.. Let me say this though, I really don't like this choice and I find it over priced and boring compared to the marquise diamond.. Anyhow this is what my gf loved and kept showing me, but she did say the marquise diamond was beautiful!
I happen to love marquise stones! They give a lot of finger coverage and if you can find good cut, they are very nice. About the Tacori setting... unless she is absolutely bent on having Tacori, there is no way I would pay $8K+ for this setting. I would have a similar one made by a great bench, while getting better workmanship, AND saving some money to boot. Tacori is waaaaay overpriced for what it is. I do love the setting she picked out -- I just don't think it's work $8K... or $6K, for that matter.
If your gf wants a round, I would get her a round, but if she likes the marquise cut equally... you could really get an amazing setting and it would be gorgeous!!
Hi msop04.. I don't know what kind of marquise my gf wants, all I know is that I have heard her numerous times say she loves them.. She had recently ran across this Tacori setting and fell in love with it, I thought it was a rip! Anyhow getting it made is another option which I could explore.. I hope I can convince her to go the route of the marquise diamond, I think it will be unique! Thanks..
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Niel|1396202446|3643868 said:
The tacori is 8k.. I did have a family friend say he could do the band the same for nearly half the cost.. I did find a round 2 carat, I, SI2, for 16k which take me to the 20k marker.. Now if I go with a Marquise I want to see a stone cause my gf has small fingers and I think a 2 carat would look huge on her.. Correct? Very tough decision, I take this seriously as it is an investment.. She seems to think otherwise, but once again i am here for her.. Kinda seems thr other way around.. lol..
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alnglee|1396202929|3643877 said:
Id always be wary of family friends. Ive seen a lot of people on here go though family friends and it doesn't end up well.... BUT, i believe that setting could be replicated for less, so thats good.
Just for fun i was looking for some marquise to demonstrate what you could get for your budget... Most of them i found were under budget and at the 1.5 ct mark. BUT, that would allow you to either get a tacori, or really you could go the hand forged route for your remaining budget.
http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/marquise-cut/1.52-carat-e-color-si1-clarity-sku-286724
I do think its important that you like what you give her, so you're proud to show it off as much as she is, but first and foremost is what she likes. You did say she likes that shape, was it just in passing or has she thought about it for herself as a e ring option?
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This is a potentially nice marquise if it is eyeclean. I would ask them if they would send it to the GIA for you. http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/10223/
Width: 6.23mm
Length: 12.25mm
NICE sized stone. Minimal bowtie.
Width: 6.23mm
Length: 12.25mm
NICE sized stone. Minimal bowtie.
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Here are some pictures you should share with your lady. See if she likes any of these.
My favorite is the first one, a setting by Neil Lane. You would want to see how much it costs but if you lady likes Tacori, she'll probably like this as well.
The next two are halos. One has a plain shank (first one) you'd have to go custom for that, and I recommend Steven Kirch for that, the second has a pave shank and is by Bez Ambar.
The last one is a classic three stone with tapered baguette sides in a HW style setting. Steven Kirch would also be able to make a gorgeous version of that for you.
My favorite is the first one, a setting by Neil Lane. You would want to see how much it costs but if you lady likes Tacori, she'll probably like this as well.
The next two are halos. One has a plain shank (first one) you'd have to go custom for that, and I recommend Steven Kirch for that, the second has a pave shank and is by Bez Ambar.
The last one is a classic three stone with tapered baguette sides in a HW style setting. Steven Kirch would also be able to make a gorgeous version of that for you.
I'm a fan of marquise diamonds as well! I think the 80s really ruined this cut for a lot of people, and they have a hard time seeing past the dated settings we're accustomed to seeing this shape in. That will give some people pause, but to me it makes this cut even more appealing because there is so much possibility. Just adding to Gypsy's post, if you want to show your SO some pretty marquise settings, you can google search "marquise east west" to see the stone sideways. I personally love this look and still have yet to see one in person.
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I am a big fan of marquise cuts, as my mom has one, and my daughter is also into them.If she ever gets engaged, that's the shape she wants. She is an artist, and that shape speaks to her! The east/ west settings are amazing. It is hard to look around for marquise cuts, because many jewelry stores do not carry them in stock. Enjoy your marquise, you have an enormous budget, and can get a real looker!
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