The Carat Standard

GIA report 1559048725

1.50 ct Marquise Diamond

67/100 · Character

Distinctive trade-offs that should be viewed deliberately.

What reads well

  • A 1.92:1 length-to-width ratio sits in the classic marquise range.
  • Face-up spread (11.38 × 5.92 mm) is typical or better for a 1.50 ct marquise.
  • Table 61% and depth 62.7% fall in the typical marquise range.
  • Excellent polish and symmetry, the top finish grades.
  • Faint fluorescence: no haze risk to weigh.

What deserves a closer look

  • SI2 is often not eye-clean in a marquise; view an image or video of this exact stone.
  • Clouds are referenced on the report; confirm the stone looks transparent rather than hazy.
  • Surface-reaching characteristics are listed (cavity); check their position on the plot for durability.
  • Medium to very thick girdle: a thick girdle carries hidden weight and can reduce face-up size (thicker points are common in fancy shapes).
  • Screening only: bow-tie, windowing and contrast in a marquise can only be judged from images or video of this exact stone.

What to check on the exact stone

  • Does the diamond look crisp and transparent in natural light, or is there any milky haze?
  • Does the feather reach the outer edge where a setting prong could put pressure on it?
  • Is the surface opening protected by a prong, or could it catch lint and risk chipping?
  • Will the ring setting use protective V-tip prongs or a bezel to safeguard the two delicate points?

Report facts

Origin
Natural
Carat
1.50 ct
Shape
Marquise
Color
J
Clarity
SI2
Cut
Not stated
Measurements
11.38 × 5.92 × 3.71 mm
Table
61%
Depth
62.7%
Crown angle
Not stated
Pavilion angle
Not stated
Girdle
Medium to very thick, faceted
Culet
None
Polish
Excellent
Symmetry
Excellent
Fluorescence
Faint

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