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1.0 Carat Marquisevs1.25 Carat Cushion

DIAMOND SIZE & SHAPE COMPARISON TOOL

~ 10.0 mm

1 carat Marquise diamond

1.0

MARQUISE

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17.9 mm

US Dime (17.9mm)

~ 6.0 mm

1.25 carat Cushion diamond

1.25

CUSHION

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Marquise vs Cushion Comparison Analysis

When comparing a 1 carat Marquise to a 1.25 carat Cushion, the 1 carat Marquise appears visually larger. It has a face-up surface area that is approximately 9% larger than the 1.25 carat Cushion. The dramatic elongated marquise measures 10mm in length, creating a more elongated appearance compared to the romantic cushion cut with rounded corners at 6mm.

Detailed Measurements:

The 1 carat marquise diamond measures 10mm × 5mm, while the 1.25 carat cushion measures 6mm × 6mm. The 1 carat marquise covers approximately 59% of the width of an average finger (size 6.5), creating a substantial, eye-catching presence.

Shopping Considerations:

Beyond size, consider that marquise diamonds tend to have different brilliance patterns compared to cushion cuts. Use the interactive visual tool above to see these diamonds side-by-side with a US dime for real-world scale reference. The measurements shown are based on well-cut diamonds with standard proportions.

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The 4Cs are how all diamonds get graded: Cut, Color, Clarity, and Carat. Cut is how well it's shaped (this affects sparkle the most). Color goes from D (totally colorless) to Z (yellowish tint), though anything D through J looks white in a ring. Clarity is about tiny flaws inside—most are invisible without a jeweler's loupe, so VS1 or VS2 is plenty. Carat is just weight. Here's the trick: get an Excellent cut first, then aim for G-H color and VS2 clarity, and spend whatever's left on the biggest carat you can afford. Start your diamond search to compare options.