Unique Oval Solitaire Rings: Shop for Unique Styles & Settings

Angelica Frey | June 06, 2023

An Oval engagement ring is both classic and unique. The Oval cut has the timelessness of a brilliant cut but the uniqueness of its signature elongated shape.

To find an Oval solitaire setting that will make your unique engagement ring stand out, you should focus on the craftsmanship and design of the band and the prongs. Book an appointment to easily compare styles and settings side by side.

What Makes an Oval Solitaire Unique?

An Oval solitaire is a timeless and classic style choice for an engagement ring that combines the brilliance of a brilliant cut with the slimming and lengthening effect of the elongated shape of an Oval diamond. In addition, an Oval diamond has a larger surface area compared to a Round Brilliant diamond of the same weight, so, at the same carat weight, an Oval will appear noticeably larger.

A good way to make an Oval solitaire unique is to find a setting that highlights both the beauty and elegance of the center diamond and noteworthy metalwork.

In addition, an Oval diamond is currently one of the most popular choices when it comes to center diamond. It was once trendy but has now graduated into a timeless and classic style. The Oval cut and shape as we know it now was introduced in the early 1960s by Russian-born diamond cutter Lazare Kaplan. Its uniqueness lies in how it combines the classic beauty of a Round Brilliant cut with an elongated shape.

How Big Is an Oval Engagement Ring on My Hand?

An Oval diamond has quite a large surface area. Elongated cuts like Oval, marquise, and Pear face up larger, as their table occupies a larger surface area and has a shallower pavilion compared to the Round Brilliant. A 1 carat Oval diamond measures around 8.4 mm by 5.7mm; a 1 carat Marquise measures circa 10mm by 5 mm; a Pear shaped diamond 9.25 by 5.6 mm. All of these measurements are taken from VRAI’s Diamond Size Chart.

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1 vs 1.5ct oval diamonds

A 1 carat Oval diamond measures from 8.29 by 5.61mm to 8.49 by 5.81mm. A 1.5 carat Oval will range from 9.50 by 6.43mm to 9.70 by 6.63mm.

1 vs 2 ct oval diamonds

A 1 carat Oval diamond measures from 8.29 by 5.61mm to 8.49 by 5.81mm. A 2 carat Oval diamond’s size will comprise dimensions between 10.47 by 7.09mm to 10.67 by 7.29mm.

Twice the weight does not mean twice the size. A 2 carat diamond weighs double the weight of a 1 carat diamond. However, it’s only a little more than 50% bigger.

Top 5 Unique Oval Solitaires

If you want to make your Oval solitaire stand out while still retaining a timeless look, you can play with the setting and gravitate towards styles that emphasize the construction of the band and the placement of the prongs.

The Single Shared Prong

The Single Shared Prong Solitaire combines craftsmanship with ethereal elegance. The center diamond is flanked with an array of VRAI created diamonds in a single shared-prong setting, a combination of strength and elegance.

The Floating Split Band Engagement Ring

Oval center diamond and maximizing the amount of light that bounces off of its facets. A hidden halo adds a subtle degree of ornamentation while keeping the focus on the refined metalwork of the band.

The Double Band Engagement Ring

The Double Band gives the illusion of a wedding stack, but it’s actually one engagement ring featuring two bands in a parallel, side-by-side setting. The high, four-prong setting allows light to enter from all direction, maximizing brilliance

The Signature V Engagement Ring

The Signature V will have your Oval diamond placed in the diamond’s dipping center. The V shaped band emphasizes sleek lines and craftsmanship, and can be worn with the V facing in either direction. Overall, the V band uniquely flatters elongated diamond shapes.

The Curator Engagement Ring

With a width that ranges from 1.70mm at the bottom and 3.50mm at the top, and with similar measurements regarding depth, the Curator features a domed band and Compass-set prongs, where they align with the four cardinal points and put the diamond’s brilliance in full display.

Unique Oval Shaped Diamonds

Not all Oval shaped diamonds fall into the “Oval cut diamond” category, which has standard brilliant faceting applied to an oval-shaped stone. VRAI’s Cut for You process features an array of oval-shaped diamonds in a variety of antique and modern cuts that put a contemporary spin on a timeless classic.

Oval Rose

The Oval Rose cut has an Oval shape with rose-cut faceting. It features a flat bottom with a dome-shaped crown reaching an apex formed by 3 facets or more. Rose cuts are named as such because they resemble the shape of a rose bud. The Rose cut has less of an intense brilliance, but its luster and shimmer make is

Lucky

The Lucky cut is an in-house exclusive cut featuring an octagonal shape. It has slightly truncated corners and its particularity is in its faceting: it features classic brilliant-cut facets for distinctive scintillation.

Fusion

Another exclusive in-house cut, the Fusion cut features elongated design that resembles the Oval cut diamond shape but with mixed faceting that combines brilliant and step-cut facets.These characteristics make it similar to both an Oval and Emerald cut. This blended faceting gives the Fusion a distinctive and unique look as well as extraordinary brilliance.