Geometry & Light Performance
The oval cut offers the brilliant sparkle of a round diamond but with an elongated shape that creates the illusion of greater carat weight. Its elegant silhouette flatters the finger, while its modified brilliant facet pattern ensures excellent light performance and fire.
- Facets: 58
- Style: Elongated Brilliance
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About the Oval Cut
The oval cut is a modified brilliant that delivers the fire of a round diamond in an elongated silhouette that flatters the finger and appears larger per carat. With an ideal length-to-width ratio of 1.35 to 1.50, ovals have surged in wholesale demand for engagement jewellery. Buyers should evaluate each stone for the 'bow-tie' effect — a dark band across the centre caused by light leakage — which Anand Exports minimises through careful proportioning during the planning stage. We supply oval parcels across the full colour and clarity spectrum, GIA certified.
- Ideal length-to-width ratio: 1.35 – 1.50
- Cutting style: Modified brilliant
- Watch for: Bow-tie effect
- Appears: Larger per carat than round
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an oval cut diamond?
An oval cut is an elongated brilliant-cut diamond. It offers brilliance similar to a round diamond while appearing larger for its carat weight and elongating the finger.
What is the bow-tie effect in oval diamonds?
The bow-tie is a dark area resembling a bow tie across the centre of elongated shapes, caused by light leakage. Well-proportioned ovals minimise it; we screen for it during planning.
What ratio should I look for in an oval diamond?
The most popular oval ratio is 1.35 to 1.50. Within this range the stone reads as a classic, balanced oval to the eye.