Why choose an oval diamond?
Oval diamonds lend themselves to elegant, timeless designs, a vintage twist or to a contemporary bold setting that accentuates the elongated shape. Perfect for a ring or drop earrings, oval diamonds are a stylish alternative to the classic round. Due to the variation in the shape of the cut and proportion, oval diamonds should be […]
What is the benefit of purchasing an oval diamond?
Oval diamonds do have the magic ability to also appear larger on the hand than a round brilliant cut due to the shallower depth of the stone at the elongated ends. As the stone is cut to optimise the weight and proportion of the finished gem from the rough crystal, less waste occurs during this […]
What is an oval diamond?
Unlike round brilliant cut diamonds however, oval diamonds do not follow a rigid faceting pattern or proportion that makes for a uniform finish. The final shape of the stone is determined by the shape of the rough crystal which may lend itself to a long narrow oval or to a shorter wider shape. The oval […]
Choosing the perfect oval diamond
Diamonds have been cut into elongated oval shapes for hundreds of years however it was not until the 1950’s that the optimal cutting technique was perfect by a renowned Russian diamond cutter to release the maximum brilliance from an oval stone. Today, modern oval diamonds are optimised to maximise the stone weight available from a […]
