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How many facets?
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The standard number of facets of an Oval Cut Diamond is 56,but
can have a varying number of pavilion main facets ranging from 4, 6, or
8.
What are the origins of the Oval Cut?
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Oval is from the Latin word “Vum” meaning “Egg”.
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The Oval Cut Diamond is based upon the traditional configuration of the round
brilliant diamond, and that's why its technical name is oval modified brilliant
diamond. The oval was invented by Lazare Kaplan in the early 1960s.
What does it look like?
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The Oval Cut has an elliptical shape when viewed from the top.
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A length-to-width ratio of 1.5:1 is almost universally considered a pleasing
shape for oval diamonds, with any variation beyond 1.33:1 or 1.66:1 beginning
to be noticeable and become an aesthetic issue. However as with all fancies, a
certain degree of individual taste is always factored into the desirability of
a particular diamond's shape.
What works best for Oval Cuts?
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The Oval Cut is a particularly beautiful shape and if well proportioned gives
great scintillation and fire.
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Over the last year or two ovals have become very popular as center diamonds for
engagement rings.
Not as popular for solitaires, but very popular for three stone anniversary
rings, with two matching diamonds on the sides. Look for even well rounded ends
with a full body. Ovals provide a bigger surface area than a round with the
same carat weight and therefore are an excellent option for shoppers looking
for the brilliance of the round but a bigger size for their money. An oval
diamond has beautiful brilliance that's similar to a round diamond. Oval
diamonds are also very popular as their length can accentuate long, slender
fingers.
The Quality Diamonds Basic Grading Chart has been used to
determine the quality of individual stones we sell on this website, using Table
and Depth percentages to give a general guide to a stones quality. We have used
this simplified method to assist customers who prefer not to delve into very
specific details, after all, if you are not completely satisfied with your
purchase, you have the right to a full refund, or to exchange your diamond for
30 days.
Quality Diamonds Basic Grading Chart
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Table %
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55.0%-60.0%
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53.0%-61.5%
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52.0%-62.0%
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51.0%-64.0%
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51.0%-67.0%
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49.0%-70.0%
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48.0%-72.0%
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<48.0%
>72.0%
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Total Depth %
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59.0%-63.0%
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58.0%-65.4%
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56.0%-68.5%
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46.0%-71.0%
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43.0%-73.0%
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<43.0%
>73.0%
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The Full Grading Chart is the recognised chart for grading
diamonds right down to the finest detail. This chart is intended for the true
perfectionist and as such, you may want to call us on 0800 612 1017 to talk to
a diamond expert to ensure you are getting exactly what you require.
Full Grading Chart
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Table %
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55.0%-60.0%
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53.0%-61.5%
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52.0%-62.0%
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51.0%-64.0%
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51.0%-67.0%
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49.0%-70.0%
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48.0%-72.0%
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<48.0%
>72.0%
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Crown Height %
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12.0%-15.0%
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11.5%-16.0%
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11.0%-16.6%
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10.1%-17.5%
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9.0%-18.0%
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8.3%-18.9%
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7.8%-19.5%
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<7.8%
>19.5%
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Girdle Thickness
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Very thin to Slightly thick
Or
Thin to Thick
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Very thin to Thick
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Very thin to Very thick
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Extremely thin to Extremely thick
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Total Depth %
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59.0%-63.0%
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58.0%-65.4%
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56.0%-68.5%
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46.0%-71.0%
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43.0%-73.0%
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<43.0%
>73.0%
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Polish / Symmetry
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Good to Excellent
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Fair to Good
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Poor to Fair
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Length: Width Ratios
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1.33-1.66
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