What to Look for When Buying a Marquise-Cut Diamond
A guide to marquise-cut diamonds: proportions, symmetry, bow-tie effect, tip protection, colour, clarity and ring settings.
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A guide to marquise-cut diamonds: proportions, symmetry, bow-tie effect, tip protection, colour, clarity and ring settings.
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