Natural diamond
Natural diamond · Marquise
Very Good Cut
Carat
1.25 carats
Color
F
Clarity
VS1
Shape
Marquise
Overall Assessment
A well-proportioned marquise diamond exhibiting strong fire, excellent brilliance, and high quality characteristics overall.
Cut Quality
Very Good
Brilliance
High white light return and strong optical performance
Fire
Exceptional spectral dispersion with vivid flashes of orange and blue due to light dispersion patterns
Scintillation
Balanced play of light and dark areas with lively flash across the elongated surface
Proportions
Standard modern marquise brilliant cut proportions with an approximate table of 58% and depth of 61%
Symmetry
Good
Polish
Very Good
Fluorescence
Faint
Inclusions
Minor pinpoints and a small feather restricted to one side under 10x magnification
Blemishes
Very minor natural on the girdle
Origin
Natural terrestrial origin, likely from Canada or Southern Africa
Treatment Detection
No evidence of treatments, enhancements, or HPHT processing detected
Estimated Value
$6,500 - $8,500 USD
Certification Estimate
GIA grading laboratory estimated F color, VS1 clarity
Investment Potential
Moderate to good holding value due to classic shape and desirable color/clarity combination
Similar Diamonds
Similar 1.0 to 1.5 carat marquise cut diamonds with high color and clarity grades
Setting Suggestions
Prong or V-prong setting in platinum or 18k white gold to protect the pointed ends
Care & Maintenance
Clean with warm soapy water and a soft brush; store individually to avoid scratching the vulnerable pointed ends
Interesting Facts
The marquise cut was originally commissioned by King Louis XV of France to resemble the smile of the Marquise de Pompadour