Oval Cut Engagement Rings

You may know by now that Ben Garelick Jewelers carries one of the largest selections of fine diamond and gemstone engagement rings in the country. The oval-cut diamond engagement ring is one of the most popular styles for today’s bride. Ben Garelick carries oval engagement rings from some of the finest jewelry designers in the world including Kirk Kara and Simon G. You can choose from three-stone rings or halo and solitaire diamond rings in vintage or classic styles. And, of course, Ben Garelick allows you to choose your diamonds in any size that fits your budget and her tastes.

Best Reasons To Choose An Oval Engagement Ring

There are many reasons that the oval diamond engagement ring is a choice that many brides wish for when choosing a ring. Here are a few of the best:

  • More Sparkle. If you love the brilliance and sparkle that your diamond ring will show off, you will love the extra area that the oval engagement ring gives you to make that sparkle happen.
  • Appears Larger For The Same Cost. The shape of an oval engagement ring has a larger surface area than a round or princess-cut diamond. When you compare rings with the same carat weight side by side, oval rings tend to look larger to the naked eye.
  • Makes Your Finger Look More Slender. Because an oval diamond is elongated, oval diamond engagement rings may give the illusion of slightly longer and more slender fingers. Just make sure to ask your jeweler about the length to width ratio when purchasing an oval diamond.

Consult With A Ben Garelick Jewelry Expert!

The experts at Ben Garelick can help you discover if an oval engagement ring is right for you or your special someone. Give us a call today at (716) 631-1584 or you can drop us a text anytime at (716) 574-0966. Our Buffalo, New York, jewelry store is open and ready for you to try on our oval engagement rings and any others that you love. Or, shop online with our experienced online jewelry chat team and get the Ben Garelick family treatment anywhere in the world! We’ll help you every step of the way to make sure you choose THE perfect ring. Can’t wait to get started!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why are oval cut engagement rings so popular right now?

Oval is our number one center stone shape, online and in the showroom, and it has held that position for several years. The reason is simple geometry: an oval spreads along the finger, so it covers more surface than a round diamond of identical carat weight and looks larger for the same money. It also flatters the hand by elongating the finger, which is the single most common thing customers tell us after trying one on. Oval with a hidden halo is the specific combination we sell most. If you are torn between shapes and want the safest choice that still looks current, start here

What do oval cut engagement rings symbolize?

No fixed tradition, though the shape lends itself to interpretation. An unbroken curve with no corners and no beginning suggests continuity, which couples often read as an endless commitment, much the same way a round diamond or a plain band does. Others describe it as a softer, less rigid choice than a square or step-cut stone. Practically speaking, most people choose an oval because of how it looks on the hand rather than what it stands for. If you want a meaning attached, the elongated form growing from a single point is a fair enough image for a life extending forward.

Are oval cut engagement rings cheaper than round diamonds?

Generally yes, at the same carat weight, and often by a noticeable margin. Cutting a round brilliant wastes more of the original rough crystal, and demand for rounds is the highest of any shape, so both factors push the price up. An oval keeps more of the rough and costs less per carat. On top of that it looks bigger, so the value gap widens further in real terms. Loose stone prices move constantly, so we will not quote a percentage we cannot stand behind, but the direction is consistent. Our ring builder shows real time prices for both shapes side by side.

Do oval cut engagement rings chip easily?

Less than most people fear. An oval has no sharp corners or points, so there is no obvious weak spot the way a princess cut has corners or a marquise has tips. Diamond is the hardest material used in jewelry, and the practical risk is a hard, direct impact rather than everyday wear. The one thing to watch is that ovals often have a slightly thin girdle at the two ends of the long axis, which is why a well made setting places prongs there specifically to protect them. Have the prongs checked annually and take the ring off for the gym and heavy work.

How do you pick the right length to width ratio for an oval ring?

The ratio is the stone's length divided by its width, and it changes the look far more than the carat weight does. Between roughly 1.35 and 1.50 is the sweet spot most people prefer. Below about 1.30 the oval starts reading as a slightly squashed round. Above 1.55 it becomes distinctly narrow and dramatic, which some people love and others find too much. Longer ratios also tend to show a stronger bow tie. There is no correct number, only the one that suits the hand. Come look at a few ratios in the showroom, because they are almost impossible to judge from a listing photo.

How do I clean my oval cut diamond ring at home?

Soak the ring in warm water with a few drops of mild dish soap for twenty minutes, then brush the underside of the stone with a soft toothbrush. The film that makes a diamond look lifeless is lotion, sunscreen, and hand soap collecting beneath the stone where light is supposed to enter, so the back matters far more than the top. Rinse with the drain closed and dry with a lint-free cloth. Avoid bleach, acetone, and chlorine, all of which attack the alloys in gold. Twice a year bring it to us and we will run it through the ultrasonic and check the prongs while it is on the bench.

Can I customize an oval ring setting with different side stones?

Yes, and ovals take side stones especially well because the elongated shape gives them something to lead into. Tapered baguettes and half moons flush against the center are the two combinations we build most often. Pear-shaped sides angled outward add movement. A hidden halo underneath works beautifully with an oval and is our most requested addition. Metal is your choice across fourteen and eighteen karat white, yellow, and rose gold, or platinum. Most of these settings are made to order, so tell us the effect you want, and our jewelers will tell you what proportions actually work with your stone's dimensions.

How do you avoid the bow tie effect in an oval diamond?

Every oval has some bow tie, the dark band across the center where the facets fail to return light. The goal is one faint enough that you stop noticing it. You cannot detect it from a grading certificate, so the only reliable method is looking at the actual stone, ideally under mixed lighting rather than a bright spotlight, which hides it. Move the stone around. A bad bow tie stays stubbornly dark from every angle. Shorter length to width ratios generally show less. This is precisely the kind of decision worth making in person, so come in and we will pull several ovals for you to compare.