The marquise cut has experienced waves of popularity through her lifespan: some say she was designed c. 1745, in Paris for King Louis XV, who requested a diamond in the shape of his mistress' smile. The stone has inspired designers (and frustrated stone setters) ever since, reaching peak popularity from the 1950s and again in the 1980s.

Adding to the eye-catching and unique look of the cut, this particular diamond sings with a rich yellow hue, offset beautifully in brushed white gold. The heavy flush mount also features high polished sides, making the whole ring a study in playful contrasts of colour, texture, and form.

Very good vintage condition with minor wear in line with age and use, including evidence of past resizing. c1990s. Includes a third-party appraisal. Originally manufactured in the US, but manufacturer can't be traced and will likely incur the highest rate of tariffs if imported to the US.

Details:
• 14k white gold, unstamped but tested
• Fits size 8 1/2  (slightly out of round) and can be carefully resized within one size by your goldsmith
• One fancy intense yellow marquise cut diamond approximately 0.72 carat VS2, two round brilliant diamonds approximately 0.08 carat total weight G-H VS1-VS2 (overall (0.80 carat total weight)
• Face of ring measures 15.2mm wide, 13mm across, with a rise of 4.9mm; back of band measures 3.4mm wide and 1.2mm thick
• 8g