Continuing with our exploration of various cuts used for diamond engagement rings, we move on to the Oval Cut. As the name implies, diamond engagement rings featuring Oval Cut stones rely on elongated circular diamonds to produce their visual appeal. Oval Cut diamond engagement rings may not be as popular as they once were, but with the steady demand on the bridal jewellery market for antique and vintage diamond engagement rings, the presence of Oval Cut diamond engagement rings remains strong.
For a more angular take on Oval Cut diamond engagement rings, many consumers turn to Marquise Cut diamond engagement rings to offer the best of both worlds. The Marquise Cut stones featured in diamond engagement rings have the general oval shape, but with pointed ends. This offers consumers the chance to have stones in their diamond engagement rings with both angular and curved features to them. Marquise Cut stones can be set in diamond engagement rings length-wise to produce an elongated appearance across the bands of the diamond engagement rings, or straight up and down for a more cross like effect.
Pear Cut diamond engagement rings are at first glance a cross between Oval Cut diamond engagement rings and Marquise Cut diamond engagement rings. The Pear Cut stones feature one rounded end, as seen in Oval Cut diamond engagement rings, with an opposing pointed end, as seen in Marquise Cut diamond engagement rings.
Asscher Cut diamonds are another popular choice, particularly when it comes to diamond engagement rings. These stones have the general square shape of Princess Cut diamond engagement rings, however, they alse feature slightly rounded corners. Asscher Cut diamond engagement rings have been around for a substantial period of time, but have only recently gained a stronger footing in the diamond engagement rings market. Their resurgence as popular choices for diamond engagement rings can be contributed in part to their rise in fame amongst celebrity diamond engagement rings.
Last but not least, the most romantic of all diamond engagement rings would naturally feature heart shaped diamonds. As the name implies, these diamond engagement rings features diamonds cut in the precise shape of a heart.