Marquise Engagement Rings: The Complete Guide
A marquise diamond ring is the statement maker, built to look as large and dramatic as possible for its carat weight. This guide covers why buyers choose it, what it costs, whether it's still in style, and which of our 23 styles fit different budgets, plus every question we get asked before someone buys one.
Marquise: The Statement Maker
Choose this cut if the personality behind the proposal wants their ring to genuinely make an entrance. It's the most elongated, most dramatic cut we carry, a narrow, pointed silhouette built to maximise size and presence above anything else. If restraint isn't really the point, this is the pick that matches that energy.
Is marquise still in style
Yes. It's a genuinely current pick, not a dated one, and it's had a strong resurgence among buyers who want an elongated cut with more drama than oval or pear. Trends shift, but this shape has never really left, it simply moves in and out of the spotlight.
How much does this cut cost, and how big does it look
It typically costs less per carat than round, since the narrow, elongated shape wastes less of the rough diamond during cutting. Combined with being the most elongating cut of all eight, this is the classic choice for anyone chasing the biggest possible visual footprint on a given budget. A 1 carat marquise typically measures around 12mm by 6mm, noticeably longer than a round stone of the same weight at roughly 6.4mm across.
How it compares to oval and other shapes
Compared with oval, this cut is narrower and more pointed at both ends, reading as more dramatic and less conservative. Compared with round, it costs less per carat and looks considerably larger for the same weight, trading some raw sparkle for that elongated presence. For the full side by side breakdown across all eight cuts we carry, see our Engagement Ring Shape Guide.
Who this shape suits best
It suits someone who wants their ring to be noticed, unapologetically, and anyone chasing the biggest possible visual size for their budget. If a quieter, more conservative cut suits your taste better, a round cut from our Round Engagement Rings guide may suit better.
What makes this cut sparkle
A marquise cut is faceted similarly to round, giving it strong brilliance despite its narrow, elongated outline. The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) classes this among the elongated fancy shapes, alongside oval and pear, all faceted to preserve brilliance despite their non-round outlines. The two pointed ends catch and throw light differently to the curved sides, which is part of what gives this cut its distinctive, dramatic flash.
Shop the styles
23 of our pieces in this cut, from plain solitaires to halo, pave and split shank settings, are below. Every stone is a genuine lab grown diamond in 14K gold.
Browse the full marquise collection
Choosing the right setting for you
A V-prong setting at both points is worth asking about, since the two tips are the most exposed part of the stone. A halo adds surrounding diamonds for extra brilliance and a small amount of additional coverage at the tips. A bezel setting isn't common for this cut, since it would hide much of what makes it distinctive.
Every stone in this collection is a genuine lab grown diamond, chemically and optically identical to a mined one. Your choice of cut doesn't change that, it only changes the silhouette and how the light returns.
Caring for your ring after you buy it
Both points are worth checking regularly, since they're the most exposed part of the stone on any setting. For the full routine, see our guide on how to care for your engagement ring.
Frequently asked questions
What is a marquise diamond? It's a narrow, elongated diamond shape with pointed ends on both sides, sometimes called a navette. It's brilliant-faceted, giving it strong sparkle despite the dramatic, elongated silhouette.
How much is a 1 carat marquise diamond worth? Pricing follows the same factors as any diamond, cut quality, clarity, colour and carat, but per carat it typically costs somewhat less than round, since the shape wastes less of the rough stone during cutting.
Is a marquise diamond more expensive than round? Generally no. It typically costs less per carat than round, since the elongated shape uses the rough diamond more efficiently than cutting a circular stone.
How many facets does a marquise cut diamond have? It typically has 56 to 58 facets, arranged to maximise brilliance within its narrow, pointed silhouette.
Is marquise cut still fashionable? Yes. It's had a genuine resurgence among buyers who want a more dramatic, elongated look than oval or pear, and it hasn't gone out of style so much as moved in and out of the spotlight over the decades.
Can I get this cut in rose or white gold? Yes, every setting in this collection is available in Lucira's 14K gold options, so your choice of cut doesn't limit which metal tone you choose.
Is a marquise engagement ring right for you
If you want the biggest possible visual size for your budget and a shape that genuinely makes a statement, this is the one to choose. Explore the full collection below, or head back to our Engagement Ring Shape Guide to compare it against the other seven shapes.
