What is an east-west marquise setting?

The diamond is placed horizontally across the finger rather than vertically, creating a modern low-width profile.

Is a bow tie normal in a marquise diamond?

Some contrast is common. Compare how pronounced it is in normal lighting and movement.

How are the pointed ends protected?

V-prongs or a correctly designed bezel should cover the tips to reduce exposure to impact.

Marquise Cut Engagement Rings Vancouver

LUX-51216-E Marquise Cut Floating Diamond Engagement Ring

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LUX-85225 Marquise And Round Brilliant Cut Floating Diamond Engagment Ring Luxury Diamonds

LUX-85225 Marquise And Round Brilliant Cut Floating Diamond Engagement Ring

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LUX-85134 Round Brilliant Cut With Side Marquise And Round Diamonds Engagment Ring Luxury Diamonds

LUX-85134 Round Brilliant Cut With Side Marquise And Round Diamonds Engagement Ring

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2.59CT Marquise Cut Lab Diamond Solitaire Ring

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1.39CT Marquise Lab Diamond East West Engagement Ring

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1.23CT Marquise Cut Lab Diamond Three Stone Ring

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Choosing a Marquise Cut Engagement Ring

Marquise diamonds have an elongated outline with pointed ends, creating excellent finger coverage and a distinctive, elegant profile. Their brilliant-style faceting delivers lively sparkle, while the elongated shape can appear larger face-up than many diamonds of similar carat weight.

Symmetry is especially important when choosing a marquise diamond. Both points should align, the sides should mirror one another and the widest section should feel balanced. Bow-tie visibility and protection of the pointed ends should also be considered when selecting the stone and setting.

What To Compare

Alignment and symmetry of both points
Length-to-width ratio and overall proportions
Bow-tie visibility
Face-up dimensions, not carat weight alone
Protective V-prongs or bezel coverage at the tips

Marquise diamonds work beautifully in solitaire, east-west, halo and three-stone engagement ring settings. A traditional north-south orientation emphasizes the elongated silhouette, while an east-west setting gives the marquise cut a more contemporary appearance.

Browse our complete engagement ring collection to compare marquise designs with other diamond shapes, or explore our custom engagement ring design service to create a marquise ring tailored to your preferred diamond, setting and proportions.