By Woro Swasti

oval diamond ring

Oval diamond is nearly similar to round shape diamond, but it has elliptical shape, just like an egg. Oval shaped diamond normally has 56 to 58 facets. This kind of diamond shape presents a larger surface area than a round shaped diamond, so it seems larger for the same carat weight.

Oval diamond is one of the earliest of diamond cuts. This oval cut diamond was created by Lazare Kaplan in the 1960’s.

Diamonds in the past are almost dark with no brilliance. This is because diamonds are found in nature with shape just like ordinary stone and with no shiny color, just like coal. You see, coal and diamond actually are chemically identical.

From shapeless stone until you have shiny brilliant diamond gem, it takes quite hard work. From polishing and giving perfect cuts, it all done very carefully. In modern time, we use computer technology and laser to make wide variety of diamond cuts. Brilliant shiny gems such as oval diamonds are now made with more efficient.

Oval cut diamond became popular for engagement ring since 1960s. This oval diamond shape flatters fingers, the elliptical ring shape makes fingers seem slender.

When you looking for engagement ring, the things to consider carefully are the shape, size, color. The oval diamond engagement ring that you chose should be appropriate for you’re the one you love. Then you can think about the quality, these are the 4 C’s (color , clarity, cut, and carat weight). For these, you can ask the jeweler for the diamond certificate.

If you want colorless oval diamond engagement ring, then you should spend more money for this. Colorless oval diamond is quite difficult to find. But if you want colored oval shaped diamond engagement ring, this kind of diamond is more common. You can find it more affordable.

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