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The Shape Guide: Marquise Cut
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An ethereal, yet impactful silhouette, the oblong shape of a marquise-cut diamond is flattering yet distinctive. If you're looking for maximum sparkle with a slender, lengthening effect on the finger too, this diamond cut is "the one" for you!
The romantic, elongated shape of the marquise dates back to the 18th century when King Louis XIV of France commissioned a jeweler to design a shape that resembled the lips of his mistress - the Madame de Pompadour. Over time, this beautiful, antique diamond cut has developed into the flattering yet distinctive "football" shape we know today.
The marquise is known also as the eye-shaped cut or navette - French for ‘little boat’, the name marquise is aristocratic, referring to a rank above a Count, but below a Duke. French courtiers would wear a marquise diamond on their lapels as a symbol of their nobility.
This regal shape with vintage vibes is loved and adored even today, and A-listers Catherine Zeta-Jones and Victoria Beckham can attest to that. Sharing some of our favorite marquise-cut engagement rings below. Which one is your favorite?
