Dating back to the 18th century, the marquise cut is eye-shaped and features 58 facets. Although it began as a cut for diamonds, the marquise cut is also widely used for other precious gems too such as emeralds, rubies and sapphires. Its long, narrow shape has the effect of making the finger look longer and more slender. The cut also makes the gemstone look larger than it really is. The marquise cut is sometimes called a football-shaped cut.
Engagement Ring With 13 Marquise-Cut Gemstones
