Diamond Shape Oval

The Essentials You Need To Know When Purchasing and Caring For Your Diamond.

Oval Cut Diamond

The Oval Cut diamond was introduced by the famous diamond cutter Lazare Kaplan in the 1960's. It is based on the Round Brilliant shape, and like the round diamond has 58 facets.

Because of their symmetrical shape, ovals are often seen both alone in solitaires, and also along side other diamonds as three stone rings. Ovals like marquise are provide the illusion of lengthening the hand because of their elongated profile.

Selecting a Well Cut Oval

Oval Cut Diamonds can also exhibit a pattern of darkness in the center that resembles a bow tie. Although is is an optical property of this shape, there are a number of factors in the cutting process that can intensify or diminish its visibility. Our Amberley West retailers and customer service staff can help you select the best stone.

The science of analyzing light performance in diamonds utilizing computer models is in its infancy. To date, no models have been created for the Marquise Cut. Until clear standards have been widely adopted it is best to look for a stone that is neither too narrow or wide and falls within the suggested proportions and characteristics provided below as a guide.

What to Look For

Cut Factor	Excellent	Very Good	Good
Length to Width	1.33 - 1.66	1.33 - 1.66	""
Table %	53% - 58%	53% - 61%	""
Total Depth %	56% - 65%	55% - 67%	""
Girdle Thickness	Thin - Thick	Thin - Thick	""
Cut Grade (GIA - AGSL)	EX	EX - VG	""
Polish	EX	EX - VG	""
Symmetry	EX	EX - VG	""