Marquise Diamond Ring Guide: Shape, Bow-Tie, Carat and Price
Buying guide
A marquise diamond is long and narrow with two pointed ends, like a boat or a closed eye. Because so much of the stone faces up, it looks larger than most shapes of the same carat, and its length makes the finger look slimmer. To choose one, decide on a natural or lab-grown diamond, then the carat, then the gold colour, and check the bow-tie and the symmetry of the points. The Lana Al Kamal Classic Marquise Diamond Ring is 18K gold with one marquise-cut centre diamond and costs AED 6,000 to AED 105,000 (November 2026), depending on the diamond you choose.
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By Lana Al Kamal
Founder and jewellery designer, GIA-trained, Dubai · Updated 12 November 2026
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Harper's Bazaar ArabiaEmirates WomanGrazia ArabiaJdeed MagazineKey takeaways
- The Classic Marquise costs AED 6,000 (1 ct lab-grown) to AED 105,000 (2 ct natural) in November 2026, the same in every gold colour and size.
- A marquise looks larger on the finger than most shapes of the same carat weight, and its length makes the finger look slimmer.
- Check the bow-tie (a dark band across the middle) and the symmetry of the two points before you choose.
Every Classic Marquise option and price
| Centre diamond | Carat | Price* |
|---|---|---|
| Lab-grown (CVD) | 1 ct | AED 6,000 |
| Lab-grown (CVD) | 2 ct | AED 8,000 |
| Lab-grown (CVD) | 3 ct | AED 10,600 |
| Natural | 0.5 ct | AED 20,000 |
| Natural | 1 ct | AED 45,000 |
| Natural | 2 ct | AED 105,000 |
*Prices as of November 2026. The price is the same in 18K yellow, white or rose gold and in every size.
Pieces in this guide
Is a marquise a good choice for an engagement ring?
Yes, if you want the most finger coverage for your budget and a shape that feels a little vintage. Among the common shapes, the marquise usually looks the largest per carat. It sits along the finger, so it looks elegant on both slim and wider hands. If you like a long shape with only one point, see our pear diamond ring guide.
What to check on a marquise diamond
- The bow-tie: most marquise diamonds show a darker band across the middle when you look from the top. A light, soft bow-tie is normal; a heavy black one dulls the stone. Look at a photo or video of the actual diamond.
- Length ratio: divide the length by the width. Around 1.75 to 2.25 is the classic marquise; a lower ratio looks fuller, a higher one longer and thinner.
- Symmetry: the two points should line up and the two curved sides should match.
- The points: they are the most delicate part of the stone, so the setting should hold both tips securely.
- The certificate: the centre diamond comes with an IGI or GIA certificate, in print and digital form, which states the carat, colour and clarity. Read about these grades on GIA's diamond quality factors.
What to buyClassic Marquise Diamond Ring, from AED 6,000Natural or lab-grown marquise?
Both are real diamonds with the same hardness and look. A natural diamond formed in the earth; a lab-grown CVD diamond was grown in a laboratory. At 1 ct, a lab-grown marquise costs AED 6,000 and a natural one AED 45,000. Choose natural if rarity matters most, or lab-grown for a larger stone on the same budget. Our natural or lab-grown checklist goes into more detail.
Marquise or another shape?
For a long shape with one rounded end, look at the Classic Pear Diamond Ring. For a long shape with no points at all, choose the oval; read our oval diamond ring guide. Our diamond shapes compared guide shows all seven shapes side by side.
Gold colour, size, engraving and timing
The Classic Marquise comes in 18K yellow, white or rose gold, in EU sizes 48 to 65 (the product page shows the full list), with free engraving inside the band. The ring is made to order, with about 15 working days of production before shipping; shipping then takes about 3 working days within the UAE and about 5 to Saudi Arabia. Shipping cost is shown at checkout, and our team contacts you after you order to confirm the details. For more on choosing an engagement ring, read our engagement ring guide for the UAE and Saudi Arabia, or see all our diamond rings.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a marquise diamond ring at Lana Al Kamal?
The Classic Marquise Diamond Ring costs AED 6,000 with a 1 ct lab-grown diamond and up to AED 105,000 with a 2 ct natural diamond, in November 2026.
Does a marquise diamond look bigger?
Usually, yes. Its long outline shows more of the stone from the top, so it tends to look larger than most shapes of the same carat weight.
What is the bow-tie in a marquise diamond?
A darker band across the middle of the stone seen from the top. A light bow-tie is normal; a heavy one makes the diamond look dull.
Is the marquise diamond certified?
Yes. The centre diamond comes with an IGI or GIA certificate in print and digital form.
What sizes and gold colours are available?
EU sizes 48 to 65 (the product page shows the full list), in 18K yellow, white or rose gold.
Not sure which one?
Send our team a photo or a question on WhatsApp and we will help you choose.
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Pear Diamond Ring Guide: Teardrop Shape, Carat and Price
Oval Diamond Ring Guide: Natural or Lab-Grown, Carat and Price
Engagement Ring Guide for the UAE and Saudi Arabia
About Lana Al Kamal
Lana Al Kamal is an architect and jewellery designer who founded her Dubai-based fine jewellery brand in 2018. She studied at the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) and is a member of the Dubai Chamber jewellery designers group. Most pieces are made in 18K gold.
