Natural Diamond (Assessed from jewelry set containing a marquise cluster ring, stud earrings, and pave band)
Natural Diamond (Assessed from jewelry set containing a marquise cluster ring, stud earrings, and pave band) · Marquise Brilliant (center stone) with Round Brilliant accents
Very Good Cut
Carat
Estimated 0.75 carats for the center marquise, approximately 1.50 carats total weight for the set
Color
Near Colorless (G-H range)
Clarity
VS2 to SI1
Shape
Marquise Brilliant (center stone) with Round Brilliant accents
Overall Assessment
A well-matched, elegant jewelry ensemble featuring a striking marquise center stone accented by a brilliant halo and supporting pave pieces
Cut Quality
Very Good
Brilliance
High white light return, enhanced by the halo setting
Fire
Good spectral dispersion visible across the pavilion facets
Scintillation
Active sparkle with a balanced pattern of light and dark areas
Proportions
Standard commercial proportions with balanced length-to-width ratio on the marquise center stone
Symmetry
Good to Very Good
Polish
Very Good
Fluorescence
Faint to None
Inclusions
Minor pinpoints and small feathers typical of VS-SI clarity grades, not readily visible to the unaided eye
Blemishes
Minimal surface wear consistent with fine jewelry craftsmanship
Origin
Mined diamond, likely originating from major commercial sources such as Canada, Russia, or southern Africa
Treatment Detection
No obvious signs of artificial treatments or enhancements observed under visual magnification
Estimated Value
Mid-tier retail jewelry value ranging from $2,500 to $4,500 USD for the complete set
Certification Estimate
Would typically receive a standard report from IGI or GIA showing commercial near-colorless grades
Investment Potential
Standard jewelry retail depreciation applies; best valued for aesthetic and sentimental worth rather than investment asset liquidity
Similar Diamonds
Standard commercial marquise diamond halo sets with pave-set accent bands
Setting Suggestions
Currently mounted in a custom halo setting with matching pave band; white gold or platinum pairings complement the stones perfectly
Care & Maintenance
Clean regularly with warm soapy water and a soft-bristled brush; periodic professional inspection of the halo prongs is recommended
Interesting Facts
The marquise cut is historically said to have been commissioned by King Louis XV of France to resemble the smile of the Marchioness Madame de Pompadour