The Oval Diamond

- If you like the general style of a round brilliant cut diamond, but want something a little less traditional, you might want to consider an oval cut diamond. Oval cut diamonds are similar to round diamonds in that they are both cut in the “brilliant” style. Oval cut diamonds can look as good as round brilliant cut diamonds, but they need to be well proportioned in order to look great.

Oval diamonds have a unique characteristic that you need to watch for if you are looking to make a purchase. Oval diamonds often have what is called a “bow-tie” effect. This refers to a dark spot in the middle of the diamond. Generally a diamond will have two of these spots which together looks like a bow tie. Diamond cutters will try to eliminate this as much as possible, but it is often impossible to completely erase. When you purchase an oval diamond, try to find one that minimizes this effect as much as possible.

There are several reasons that people chose oval shaped diamonds over round ones. First, oval shaped diamonds often look better in a three stone diamond setting than a round diamond. Second, some people prefer the oval shape because they feel it is more extravagant. Women with long fingers often look elegant when wearing an oval diamond. Finally, oval shaped diamonds are typically less expensive than a round brilliant cut.

The right oval cut diamond can make an excellent addition to your jewelry collection.