Marquise diamond rings are renowned for their unique elongated shape and historical association with French royalty, making them a sophisticated and striking choice for those seeking something distinctive in South Africa[3]. South Africa has a rich tradition of both diamond mining and fine jewellery craftsmanship, offering a range of options from bespoke, handcrafted rings to ready-to-wear designs.
One notable example is the platinum Marquise Diamond Ring featuring a 28.3-carat marquise cut diamond from South Africa, designed by Cartier during the Art Deco period, which is now displayed at the Smithsonian Institution[1]. This iconic ring showcases not only the brilliance of South African diamonds but also the artistry of legendary designers.
Locally, several South African jewellers specialize in marquise diamond rings:
- Katannuta Diamonds designs and manufactures custom marquise diamond rings, working closely with clients and offering access to a wide range of diamond shapes, sizes, and qualities[2].
- Cape Diamonds is known for artisanal, handcrafted engagement rings made in Cape Town, allowing for bespoke designs that emphasize South African style and creativity[4].
- Prins & Prins offers handmade marquise diamond rings, such as the marquise bezel set engagement ring in 18ct white gold, available in a range of sizes[7].
- KARAAT Jewelry provides a curated collection of marquise cut engagement rings, highlighting the shape’s ability to maximize sparkle and elongate the finger[3].
- Moissanite By Design offers marquise cut rings with moissanite as a diamond alternative, customizable in various gold tones or platinum for those seeking a bold, ethical choice[5].
South African jewellers typically offer customization on metal type (platinum, white, yellow, rose gold), setting style (solitaire, trilogy, halo, etc.), and diamond specifications, making it easy to create a personalized marquise diamond ring suitable for engagement or other special occasions[2][4].
References
- [1] Marquise Diamond Ring – Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
- [2] Katannuta Diamonds: The Best Engagement Rings in South Africa
- [3] Marquise-cut diamond engagement rings – KARAAT Jewelry
- [4] Choose The Perfect Engagement Ring – Cape Diamonds South Africa
- [5] Marquise Moissanite Engagement Ring – Moissanite by Design
- [7] Marquise Engagement Rings For Sale – Prins & Prins Diamonds
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