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King Louis XIV of France was so taken by the smile of Marquise de Pompadour that he just had to have a constant reminder of it. Since he always got what he wanted, the marquise cut was created just for him. Today you can enjoy this fabulous cut. The brilliance and fire is like no other with 56 facets that glimmer with every beam of light.

Unlike the original intention, the Marquise stone is set length wise when on her finger. It could be referred to as a sideways smile but for me it more closely resembles a football that glimmers. But by it being elongated on the finger, this gives the illusion that her finger is longer and more elegant.

Not all modern marquise are the elongated smile, recently jewelers have experimented with the teardrop shape. This cut is the same as the traditional marquise but with one end rounded. The center still has a bow tie effect that when it is very pronounced shows the low quality of the cut. When choosing your stone, look for this and know that the smaller the bow tie is in the middle of the stone, the better quality the cut is.

Marquise engagement rings are designed to stand alone, but many of these rings have an accompanying ring. This is a specially made ring that will lock around the center stone with accent stones to give a cluster affect. This way your lady has the option of two different looks, all with one set of rings.

Because of the unique shape of this cut, most marquises are held securely with at least 6 prongs. The more secure 8 prong is recommended. But if you are buying one already made, you may not have the option. But you cannot go wrong with the smile of a marquise engagement ring.

There are many different cuts a diamond can be shaped into. The oval engagement rings have a diamond that is a non-traditional shape. This is an asymmetrical cut that has 58 facets. This is a relatively new style of cut. Most consider the first oval cut diamonds to have appeared on the market happened around 1960.

By the width and length being different, this oval cut diamond will give off a different brilliance than the traditional round cuts that most jewelers offer. The oval engagement rings come in a variety of settings. Some of the stones are set up on prongs to give the unique solitaire look while others use the bezel setting and encrust the outer edge with a ring of pave diamonds.

Because of the uneven look from being oval, the stone is usually placed on a ring with the elongated ends running up and down the finger. This has a tendency to give the illusion that the finger that an oval ring is on is more slender than it really is. This elegant feature is used to help accent not only the ring but the hand on which the ring is set.

The nice thing about oval cut engagement rings is that they are a break from tradition so a unique look can be had. For many the addition of more diamonds is preferred. By placing a smaller diamond or other precious gem on the sides of the narrow portion, a star like image can be created. Another often used stone with the oval rings are the baguette stones that will run down the band to accent the ring even more. Your options are almost limitless when you have chosen one of the many oval engagement rings available on the market place today.

The pave engagement setting is chosen by men that know what path they wish to take and are heading towards it. This is symbolized by the path or pave of diamond stones around the band of the engagement ring you have in mind for that special lady in your life.

When done correctly the pave diamonds appear to be floating in place on her finger. This is because the band itself cannot be readily seen. This is what the designer of this style had in mind. So for that reason almost every pave engagement setting is on a light colored metal like white gold, platinum or silver.

If you want a wider band or have a matching band for the man’s wedding band, this can also be done. Small stones can still be used with the wider bands just arranged differently. Several rows of stone can be used to cover the wider band. In some instances the arrangement can have the outer rows pointing inwards to concentrate the fire into what appears to be a stronger blast of glimmer from the band.

When choosing this non-traditional setting for your engagement ring, more options are available to you. If a center diamond is your choice then fine, but an Opal or ruby could set this ring apart from all the rest of the engagement rings your lady has seen. This will also ensure that she knows you put a lot of thought and money into picking the right ring for your life together.

Remember this is a choice that will not only set the tone for the engagement but for the life you will live with her until the end of time. The pave engagement settings can be the right path for everlasting peace.

For those of you looking for a unique and exquisite engagement ring, the Asscher cut diamond ring is one of the best choices. There are Asscher cut diamond rings available from many dealers, but this special cut is still only done today from the Asscher family business where a one of a kind ring can be custom made just for you. For many this is preferred since the occasion that the engagement ring will be presented is so special. The joining of two hearts into one can only be properly expressed with the prefect ring. This is what the Asscher family has done for over 100 years; only make that perfect diamond ring. Holland is the setting of the first place where this European cut was not only first thought of but created. The first diamonds had 58 facets that shown excellent fire and brilliance when reflecting the surrounding light. Today, with the modern instruments and techniques, the Asscher family has improved on their one of a kind diamond cut. The number of facets has been increased to 74, but the parallel cuts that this family has been known for still remain. This is the famous Asscher “hall of mirrors” that is cut into each and every diamond made by this traditional family. There is so much pride and confidence that every owner of this special cut will cherish it, that the Asscher family places it family crest on each diamond that they create. Also included with each creation is a certificate of authenticity. If you are purchasing an Asscher cut diamond ring and the dealer claims the certificate has been lost, be on alert, it could be a forgery. Insist on the certificate or look elsewhere for your Asscher cut diamond ring.

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