Craig Marks Diamonds has many different Cut and Sized Diamonds, the below diamonds are a basic indication. If you require more information or cannot find what you are looking for please contact us.

0.50ct Oval Diamond Si1/I ; EGL Retail : R15 800 Our Price: R7900

0.60ct Oval Diamond Si1/F ; EGL Retail : R27 600 Our Price: R13 800

0.70ct Oval Diamond VS2/I ; EGL Retail : R36 600 Our Price: R18 300

0.92ct Oval Diamond VS2/I ; EGL Retail : R61 600 Our Price: R30 800

1.00ct Oval Diamond Si2/I ; EGL Retail : R70 800 Our Price: R30 800

1.50ct Oval Diamond Si1/I ; EGL Retail : R145 000 Our Price: R77 500

2.00ct Oval Diamond Si2/I ; EGL Retail : R227 000 Our Price: R118 500

3.00ct Oval Diamond VS2/J ; EGL Retail : R520 000 Our Price: R260 000

5.00ct Oval Diamond Si2/I ; EGL Retail : R1 180 000 Our Price: R595 000

History of the Oval Cut Diamond

Diamonds became popular as ornaments in jewelry in the 1400's and the different techniques and styles of diamond cuts such as the Oval Cut Diamond were gradually developed over many years. Oval shaped stones are called Briolettes and have neither table, culet, nor edge, but covered all round with triangular-shaped facets, and frequently pierced through at the top in order that they may be worn suspended.

Description of the Oval Cut Diamond

The description of an Oval Cut Diamond is: Most oval diamonds are like a squashed round brilliant - a modification of the round brilliant cut. Aspect ratio of an Oval cut: The ratio of the length to the width should be about 1.5:1. Their depth to diameter ratio varies so they can never be a perfect proportion which results in a loss of some brilliance.

Oval Cut Diamond - Step Cut Diamonds - Square, Oblong or Rectangle

Many Square, Oblong or rectangular diamonds are 'step cut' which is used for Oval cut diamonds. Long thin oblongs are often known as baguettes. An Oval cut is therefore often referred to as 'Step cut' or 'Table cut'. The facets on a 'Step cut' or 'Table cut' are cut in steps, parallel to the edges which could be described as a pyramid with its top chopped off. These diamonds are bright, clear and shiny in appearance as its facets usually span the length or width of the stone, the facets gradually decreasing as they approach the table and culasse.

Oval Cut Diamond - the Cutting Process

Diamond Facets are the smooth surface areas of a diamond which are cut and polished to control the brilliance and the durability of a diamond. A skilful diamond cutter brings out all the brilliance and sparkle of a diamond by choosing the most appropriate cut, such as the Oval Diamond cut.