The oval cut diamond is referred to by many as a modified round brilliant diamond because it has the same number of facets as the round diamond and it also exhibit strong fire and an excellent sparkle. The shape of the diamond is also somewhere in between the pear shape diamond and the round brilliant diamond.
The elongate shape of the oval diamond means that it is able to make the finger of whoever is wearing them appear longer and thinner than it actually is. This beautiful diamond can also fit in well with a lot of styles and setting. It is however important to note that the cut of this diamond is of extreme importance, so you can’t take it lightly when evaluating the diamond.
The overall shape of this diamond is determined by the length to width ratio. The shape can either be thin or fat depending on the length to width ratio preferred by the buyer. The kind of setting that the buyer prefers can determine the length to width ratio of the diamond that that they will be buying. Classic oval diamonds have a length to width ratio of between 1.40 and 1.50. If you prefer a wider oval diamond, the length to width ratio will be between 1.40 and 1.30. If you go lower than 1.30, the diamond will appear squat. But if you prefer the longer and narrower oval diamond, then you have to go a little higher than 1.50. if you’re planning a setting with side stones, the wide oval diamond is more appropriate, while the narrow oval cut is more suitable for pendants and drop ear rings.
Symmetry is very important for the oval diamond as it can critically affect the overall outlook of the diamond. A slight disproportionality or misalignment in the symmetry will be easily noticed and the diamond’s beauty and appeal will be affected.
The bowtie effect is another thing to pay attention to. This is because oval diamonds are known to be prone to the bowtie effect. So you have to look out for visible bowtie before buying the diamond.
The pattern in which the facets of the oval diamond are arranged makes the diamond a very brilliant diamond. The level of brilliance which this diamond shows makes them hide colors and impurities in them very effectively. So you can go a little further down the color and clarity scales and save some cash when buying an oval diamond.