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The old mine marquise is a vintage elongated cut with the soft faceting and rounded proportions characteristic of antique 'old mine' diamonds. Unlike the sharp, precise geometry of a modern marquise, the old mine version has slightly blunted tips, a deeper pavilion, and a facet pattern that produces broader, warmer flashes. At 2 carats, it makes a substantial, historically rich statement.
Both are vintage marquise variations, but the old mine marquise has a slightly narrower body and more rounded tips with the characteristic 'old mine' deep pavilion and small table. The Dutch marquise is wider with softer contours. At 2 carats, the old mine marquise reads as slightly more antique and traditional in its proportions.
Period-appropriate settings bring out the best in this antique cut. Consider a milgrain bezel, a vintage three-stone setting with side stones, or a delicate cathedral mounting. At 2 carats, the old mine marquise's elongated body creates a dramatic finger-lengthening effect that works in both classic north-south and modern east-west orientations.
A 2 carat old mine marquise the elongated shape provides excellent finger coverage with historic charm. 2 carat natural diamonds are a wonderful spot and are well above the average natural diamond size. When looking for 2 carat natural diamonds, look between 1.9 to 2.2 carats so that you give yourself the best selection which will help find the best value.