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I shows moderate warmth through the larger antique facets and at both pointed tips. However, many collectors consider I ideal for antique-style marquise cuts. The slight warmth mimics authentic period character. In yellow gold with warm V-prongs, I creates a historically accurate vintage appearance.
Yellow gold with V-prongs at both tips. Historically, antique diamonds were set in warm metals. I color in yellow gold creates an authentically vintage marquise combination that period enthusiasts value.
I can be very appropriate, especially in yellow gold. Original antique marquise diamonds were rarely colorless. I color in yellow gold creates authentic period character that vintage enthusiasts actively prefer for this historic elongated shape.
The difference between I and J color is very difficult to detect with the naked eye in a old mine marquise cut, though step-cut facets can show color slightly more readily. Once set in a ring, both grades appear very similar. Choosing J color over I in a carat old mine marquise can free up budget for a better cut or larger stone.