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D color provides absolute tip-to-tip colorlessness at 1 carat in a marquise, eliminating concern about the double-tip concentration effect. However, G color faces up white at 1 carat in most marquise diamonds. D is best for buyers who want zero tip-warmth risk, especially in white gold. E, F, or G deliver the same visual result for most observers at a lower price.
At D color, a 1 carat marquise shows no color anywhere, including at both tips. The double-tip concentration is irrelevant because there is no body color. The entire marquise appears uniformly ice-white from tip to tip. D eliminates the shape's one color-related challenge.
VS2 pairs well. The brilliant faceting makes VS2 eye-clean at 1 carat. Prioritize tip alignment, matching curves, and minimal bowtie. These cut factors impact a 1 carat marquise's beauty more than any clarity upgrade.
A 1 carat D marquise natural diamond looks best in solitaire settings with V-prongs at each point, bezel settings, and halo designs. At 1 carats, the stone has good presence, so both minimalist and detailed settings work well. With D color (colorless), only detectable by trained gemologists with master stones. The two pointed ends need v-prongs for protection, and symmetry between the two halves is essential. All Do Amore rings include free lifetime maintenance covering inspections, polishing, cleaning, stone tightening, rhodium plating, and resizing.