A Dutch marquise diamond is a marquise variant cut with straight, angled sides that form an elongated six-sided outline, instead of the flowing curves of a regular marquise. The result reads fuller in the middle and more geometric — where a regular marquise looks like a boat, a Dutch marquise looks like an elongated hexagon with real presence on the hand.
How the two shapes differ
Both are elongated, both are brilliant cuts, and both flatter the finger by drawing the eye up and down the hand. The difference is in the edges. A regular marquise curves outward in one continuous arc from point to tip, giving it that classic, sharpened silhouette. A Dutch marquise breaks the curve into straight, angled sides — the widest point meets at a vertex rather than a soft swell — so the outline is more architectural and the middle reads wider.
| Feature | Dutch marquise | Regular marquise |
|---|---|---|
| Outline | Straight, angled sides forming an elongated hexagonal shape | Curved sides forming a boat-like silhouette |
| Widest point | A distinct vertex where straight edges meet | A smooth, continuous curve |
| How the middle reads | Fuller, more deliberate | Longer, narrower, more stretched |
| Style impression | Geometric, modern, architectural | Classic, romantic, elongating |
| Sometimes called | The Rupee cut, for its resemblance to the elongated diamond motif | — |
Neither shape is better — they answer different questions. The regular marquise maximizes the elongated, finger-flattering length the cut is famous for. The Dutch marquise trades a little of that stretch for structure and a fuller face-up presence, which is why couples who want a shape nobody else at the party has tend to choose it.
Why the Dutch marquise is having a moment
Marquise shapes have moved back into engagement-ring fashion over the past few years, and the Dutch marquise is the version getting attention for 2026. The reasons are practical as much as aesthetic: the straight-sided cut pairs naturally with bezel settings, modern minimal bands, and geometric side stones, and its fuller middle means the stone holds its own without a halo. It reads distinctive in a way that a standard marquise sometimes does not.
It also wears beautifully as a solitaire. With no halo competing for attention, the hexagonal outline does the visual work — which keeps the design clean and often keeps the price accessible.
Balacia's Dutch marquise designs
Explore Dutch marquise engagement rings in 2-, 3-, and 4-carat options, or work with Balacia on a custom ring. Your choices are not limited to the listed variants: request your preferred carat weight, metal, setting, and design details for a personalized quote.
Dutch Marquise Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
A lab-grown Dutch marquise solitaire in 14k gold. Explore 2-, 3-, and 4-carat options or request a custom version. View the ring and select your options.
Dutch Marquise Step Cut Hexagon Diamond Engagement Ring
A lab-grown Dutch marquise with a step-cut hexagon frame in 14k gold. Explore 2-, 3-, and 4-carat options or request a custom version. View the ring and select your options.
Dutch Marquise Diamond Modern Bezel Ring
A lab-grown Dutch marquise in a modern bezel setting in 14k gold. Explore 2-, 3-, and 4-carat options or request a custom version. View the ring and select your options.
Balacia can also create a custom Dutch marquise ring around your preferred stone size, metal, and design, including requests for 18k gold or platinum. Book a consultation to discuss your custom ring. If you love the elongated family but want to compare, browse the full marquise engagement rings collection, including certified natural diamonds, lab-grown stones, and moissanite across the same designer settings.
Which shape should you choose?
- Choose a regular marquise if you want the most elongated, classically romantic silhouette — the shape that maximizes length and has decades of vintage pedigree.
- Choose a Dutch marquise if you want something architecturally distinct: straight lines, a fuller middle, and a modern edge that photographs as clearly different from the marquise most couples wear.
- Try both on. Shape preference is personal — book a virtual consultation and see the two side by side before deciding. Complimentary engraving is available on most pieces either way.
For couples who want to compare shape styles beyond marquise, our guide to the best marquise cut engagement rings for 2026 shows how the family of pointed shapes wears in different settings.
FAQ
What is a Dutch marquise diamond?
A Dutch marquise is a marquise variant cut with straight, angled sides that form an elongated six-sided outline. It reads fuller in the middle and more geometric than a regular marquise, whose sides curve in one continuous arc.
Is a Dutch marquise bigger than a regular marquise?
For the same carat weight, a Dutch marquise reads wider and fuller in the middle, while a regular marquise reads longer and narrower. Neither is strictly "bigger" — they distribute the same carats differently across the outline.
Does the Dutch marquise sparkle differently?
Both are brilliant cuts, so both deliver the pattern of sparkle marquise shapes are known for. The Dutch marquise's larger, straight-edged facets give it a slightly bolder, more architectural light return, while the regular marquise reads sharper and more stretched.
How much does a Dutch marquise engagement ring cost?
The price depends on your selected carat weight, metal, and setting. Balacia offers 2-, 3-, and 4-carat options, as well as custom carat weights and designs. Follow the product links above for current variant pricing, or request a custom consultation and quote.
Can I choose a 3-carat, 4-carat, or custom Dutch marquise ring?
Yes. You can choose from 2-, 3-, and 4-carat options or request a custom ring beyond the listed variants. Balacia can help you personalize the carat weight, metal, setting, and design details.
Can I get a Dutch marquise in 18k gold or platinum?
Yes — most Balacia designs can be made in 18k gold and platinum on request. Ask which metal options apply to the specific design you have in mind before approving your order.
Is a Dutch marquise a real cut or a trend name?
It is a genuine faceted shape — straight-sided and elongated with distinct vertices — described by jewelers for years and sometimes called the Rupee cut. It is cut from the same elongated family as the marquise, which is why the two are compared so often.
See it in person before you decide
Shape is the most personal decision in an engagement ring, and photos flatten the difference between curved and straight edges. Book a virtual consultation at meetings-na2.hubspot.com/balacia or call 469-722-3062, and compare a Dutch marquise against a regular marquise side by side on a video. If you are in Dallas, the showroom at 3700 McKinney Ave, Suite 209, Dallas, TX 75204 is open by appointment only.