Oval Cut Diamond
The elongated shape of the Oval Cut offers a sophisticated beauty to an engagement ring. Oval cut diamonds look beautiful in a variety of ring settings, including classic solitaire settings and halo settings. An Oval Cut engagement ring is ideal for those who appreciate a rounded design, but want something unique.
The slender shape of the oval makes the stone appear larger than other shapes of the same carat weight. With no sharp edges, the diamond is also less prone to chipping.
When designing an oval cut engagement ring, look for a diamond that is cut well. Without specific cut grades given by the GIA, you should review each stone individually. Look for an oval with a length to width ratio between 1.30-1.50. Review our full oval cut guide for more tips.
In general, the best settings for oval cut diamond engagement rings are halo, solitaire and pave. These styles allow the oval diamond to take center stage while adding character to the ring.
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James Allen 
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James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology is at the point where it's almost the same as inspecting a diamond with a jeweler's loupe. Their customer experience is best in class, and they have recently upgraded their non-engagement jewelry inventory as well.What we love about them:
- No questions asked returns within 30 days of shipment. James Allen will send you a paid shipping label to return the ring.
- Lifetime Warranty
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Blue Nile is the largest and most well known internet jewelry seller. They have the industry-leading largest available exclusive online inventory. Their high quality images are catching up to James Allens' and their prices are amazing. What we love about them:
- No questions asked returns within 30 days of shipment. Blue Nile will send you a paid shipping label to return the ring.
- Lifetime Warranty
- Free Shipping
- Free prong tightening, repolishing, rhodium plating and cleaning every 6 months
- Provide insurance appraisal
- One free resizing within the first year of purchase
- High quality images of about half of their diamonds
- 24/7 Customer Service
- 100% credit towards future upgrades (must be at least double in value)
- Best in class fulfillment