Origin of the name: Also known as the “olive cut” or “boat cut”, it is named for its resemblance to a horse's eye or an olive. Its distinctive profile, with sharp corners at the ends and a bulge in the middle, maximizes the fire and carat weight of the stone.

Characteristics of the Marquise Cut

- Large size effect: the elongated shape is visually larger than a round diamond of the same carat.

- Hand shaping: the longitudinal lines elongate the fingers, making it suitable for people with shorter or thicker fingers.

- Fire: many facets (usually 58), strong reflection of light, but requires a high degree of cutting to avoid the “bow-tie effect” (dark center).

- Avoid hitting hard objects, especially sharp corners.

- Clean regularly with a soft brush and mild detergent to prevent dirt from accumulating in the sharp corners.

- Check the firmness of the setting at a professional jeweler's store annually.