Marquise Cut
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About Vintage Marquise Cut Diamonds

Among all the fancy cuts, the marquise cut diamond stands out as one of the more unique shapes. When buying an antique marquise diamond note the shape and fire of the stone. When these vintage stones were cut precise tools were not yet used, there's a lot of nuance and individual qualities that each stone poses. Unlike new stone which are cut to precise measurements and are valued within those parameters. Old cuts offer more charm and inner radiance. As well as distinctive shapes like thicker or more chunky proportions.

About Vintage Marquise Cut Diamonds

Among all the fancy cuts, the marquise cut diamond stands out as one of the more unique shapes. When buying an antique marquise diamond note the shape and fire of the stone. When these vintage stones were cut precise tools were not yet used, there's a lot of nuance and individual qualities that each stone poses. Unlike new stone which are cut to precise measurements and are valued within those parameters. Old cuts offer more charm and inner radiance. As well as distinctive shapes like thicker or more chunky proportions.

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