Oval diamonds provide a modern spin on the most popular diamond cut, the round diamond. Ovals are known to be unique and a timeless shape, making them stand out from other shapes, such as the round cut and emerald cut.
An oval diamond can create the illusion of a larger looking carat weight, and you can find them in both lab-grown and natural diamond engagement rings. Additionally, an oval diamond ring is known to elongate and slenderise your partner's finger, making them a popular choice. Explore further in this article the benefits of choosing an oval-cut diamond.
Classic and Timeless
Oval diamonds are renowned for being a classic and timeless cut, meaning that they’ll never go out of style.
The facets on an oval allow for maximum sparkle and brilliance. The Oval cut is a great shape for daily wear too as it has no pointed corners or edges that would be more prone to chipping and the majority of the carat weight is in its elongated shape reducing the height of the diamond so its sits lower to the finger making it less likely to knock on surfaces as often in daily wear. If your partner lives an active lifestyle and has a manual hands-on job they won’t want to take their ring off for this might just be the perfect shape for them.
Creates the Illusion of a Longer and Slimmer Finger
The elongated design of an oval makes it appear larger than a round cut, due to the large surface area on the stone.
Although carat weight indicates a diamond's size, an oval's shape is mostly concentrated at the gem's top. Consequently, an oval-cut diamond appears about 10% larger than a round diamond of the same carat weight. This means the ring will have a larger diamond appearance without the added cost of a heavier stone for your chosen ring or pendant.
For example; when you visit a Jewellers, ask to look at the two different shaped diamonds in the same carat weight next to each other. Look at the surface of the diamond on the round cut and oval cut, you will see the oval shape looks much larger from the top view, this is what you will see when it is then in the setting on the finger.
Works Well with Most Styles and Settings
The versatility of an oval cut diamond means that it will work well with various styles and settings.
An oval diamond suits many different styles when it comes to creating the ideal engagement ring for your proposal. Whether you prefer a timeless solitaire or a halo design, and whether you prefer a quirky vintage style or a minimal dainty design we have all the options when it comes to making the ring of your dreams, including our bespoke services option.
There are a multitude of options to select when it comes to creating the perfect setting for your oval diamond ring. Some of these include bezel sets, rubovers and 4-prong claw settings, there are various choices available. Getting the setting right is crucial as it complements the oval's sparkle, making sure it shines brilliantly by getting enough light into the setting.
Popular Choice Among Celebrities
Many celebrities have been seen wearing oval diamond jewellery over the past decade.
Hailey Bieber, Beyonce, and Ariana Grande are just a few that have all been seen wearing oval-shaped engagement rings. Most recently Molly Mae has shown off her stunning Oval cut solitaire engagement ring that has caused a huge increase to Oval Cut diamonds being requested in 2023. Among the most iconic oval-cut engagement rings over time has to be the well known oval cut blue sapphire and diamond engagement ring worn by The Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, given to her from Prince William in 2010. This stunning oval sapphire ring was originally owned by William's late mother, Princess Diana, who received it for her engagement to King Charles III in February 1981.
Surprise Your Special Someone with an Oval Cut Diamond piece of Jewellery from Diamond Quarter
Are you looking for a distinctive piece of jewellery that draws attention? Surprise your loved one with a stunning oval-cut diamond ring or necklace that stands out. Our expert diamond consultants are available to answer any of your questions about our collection of oval diamond jewellery, whether it's engagement rings, pendants, or bracelets. They'll help navigate you through the process by selecting the perfect oval diamond ring or pendant for any occasion.
Planning an engagement or treating yourself to a pair of oval-cut diamond earrings? Book an appointment at our Golden Square showroom in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter today. We pride ourselves on helping you discover your perfect piece of oval diamond jewellery that you or your special someone will love.