Oval-Cut Diamonds 

Welcome to the Cape Diamonds Oval-Cut Catalogue. The oval diamond is a wonderfully admired shape that has been gracing the industry with its elegant and stunning feminine face as this diamond is cut with softened curvatures which sweetly embrace all types of engagement ring and diamond earring designs. Please browse through each carat size range that includes various colour and clarity combinations of oval diamonds to suit all sorts of budgets. To see an oval diamond in real-time, please visit our showroom in Green Point, Cape Town or to gain a deeper understanding as to how different carat sizes of the oval diamond would look on a standard finger, make use of our interactive diamond app.

Size 0.40-0.43ct


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0.4ct oval-cut diamonds are the first carat size to be awarded a GIA certificate and the first size to produce a noticeable sparkle. 0.4ct diamonds are perfect for newlyweds and look stunning in solitaire and halo settings.

Size 0.45-0.49ct


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Falling short of the 0.5ct price increase but appearing similar to the desirable half-carat diamond, the 0,45ct-0.49ct carat range allows the buyer with a limited budget to reap the reward of a 0.5ct look-alike while using the savings to obtain the highest colour and clarity grade possible.

Size 0.55-0.59ct


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0.5ct diamonds achieve the sterling and admired milestone that is adored for its gracious shine and scintillating shimmers. The 0.5-carat diamond is in the highest demand and reigns as the most popular diamond in the world, closely followed by the 1ct diamond.

Size 0.50-0.53ct


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0.5ct diamonds achieve the sterling and admired milestone that is adored for its gracious shine and scintillating shimmers. The 0.5-carat diamond is in the highest demand and reigns as the most popular diamond in the world, closely followed by the 1ct diamond.

Size 0.60-0.63ct


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Good quality oval-cut diamonds of 0.6 carats are difficult to find as most diamond cutters will rather cut an average 0.7ct from the rough stone, since there is a higher value in the next size category. 0.8ct and 0.6ct diamonds are the most sought-after carats by diamond dealers in South Africa as they are the rarest of all diamond sizes. 

Size 0.65-0.69ct


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When diamonds are cut above 0.65ct and below 0.7ct they are snapped up immediately by any jeweller as they are probably the best investment of all sizes. This size would look beautiful in an elegant solitaire engagement ring, or the size and sparkle can be further enhanced by a stunning halo ring setting.

Size 0.70-0.73ct


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The 0.7ct diamond is a popular size that is in high demand, especially for oval-cut diamonds, whose stylish elongated shape displays a generous surface area. 0.7ct diamonds offer one of the best options and they boast great value for money.

Size 0.75-0.79ct


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The 0.75ct oval diamond avoids the drastic price increase before the 0.8ct benchmark although it looks incredibly close in size to the 0.8ct diamond. Set this carat into a halo setting if you are desiring that 1ct look and feel.

Size 0.80-0.83ct


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0.8ct oval-cut diamonds are extremely hard to find at diamond jewellers as it is one of the most uncommon diamond sizes to obtain - because of this, the 0.8ct is extremely desirable. They are close in appearance to the 1ct diamond, but cost substantially less, making the 0.8ct diamond even more captivating.

Size 0.84-0.89ct


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0.85ct oval-cut diamonds are beautifully defined as most sought-after diamonds that are incredibly special to find at diamond dealers, this is because their supply is rare. 

Size 0.90-0.93ct


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The 0.9ct oval-cut diamond is a stunning choice if you wish to purchase a 1ct diamond but your budget falls just short. The 0.9ct and 1ct diamond look identical but the price difference is not. The 0.9ct diamond is very rare, and if you manage to obtain one, you will be very lucky to pay less for a diamond appearing just like the iconic 1ct diamond.

Size 0.94-0.99ct


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The 0.95ct - 0.99ct diamond size range presents prices that are substantially cheaper than 1ct diamonds, while it is nearly impossible to tell these diamonds apart from the 1ct. When a diamond reaches 1ct in size, the price increases noticeably, making this range a smart choice.

Size 1.00-1.05ct


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1ct oval-cut diamonds are the size of many a diamond-lover’s dreams, renowned for their rarity and unrivalled in their beauty. The 1ct oval diamond is a prized possession that holds everlasting value and sentiment. The 1ct diamond promises a most substantial resale value, and will forever be an alluring and attractive carat size. 

Size 1.20-1.25ct


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If you are a diamond lover who pursues size over all other factors and has a budget spend that is likely to afford a 1ct diamond, then the 1.2ct may be an attractive size range for you to consider as the price increase is relatively minor, especially if you go for a lower colour and clarity grade. A 1.2ct diamond of top-notch colour, clarity and cut will always outclass the resale value of the 1ct that has the same characteristics.

Size 1.30-1.49ct


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The 1.3ct - 1.49ct oval diamond avoids the major price increase once the diamond reaches 1.5ct in size. This range of carat size holds incredible value for money while looking identical to the 1.5ct diamond’s dimensions.

Size 1.5-1.65ct


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The 1.50ct oval-cut diamond is a glamorous carat size that is very noticeably bigger than the 1ct and very close in appearance to the 2ct diamond. The 1.5ct diamond promises incredible resale value, and the stronger the colour and clarity paired with the 1.5ct, the more lasting worth it will retain. The price difference between the 1.5ct and the 2ct is significant while the comparison with the naked eye is nearly impossible to point out.

Size 1.7-1.99ct


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1.7ct - 1.99ct diamonds are the closest in appearance to the 2ct diamond without being offered at the price increase that diamonds accrue when hitting the 2ct benchmark. These diamonds are rather uncommon to find at diamond jewellers, however at Cape Diamonds, we go far beyond the call of duty in order to source a diamond of this size if you are aiming for the 2ct oval diamond but your budget falls just short.

Size 2.0-2.20ct


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It is no secret that a 2ct oval-cut diamond is one of the most luxurious and precious pieces of natural treasure that any woman could own. The 2ct diamond is exceptionally rare, so this scarce supply justifies the substantial price. The high cost, however, promises a substantial resale value, making a diamond of this size a smart and wonderful investment that offers you portable and tangible wealth. The 2ct oval-cut diamond is an amazing natural treasure that will make an exceptional gesture of love and devotion.

Size 2.5-2.99ct


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The 2.5ct - 2.99ct diamond lends itself to consideration by those seeking 2ct diamonds. The slight increase in size may not even be noticed by the budget but is attractive to the buyer as the bigger oval-cut diamond may hold more prestigious colour and clarity grades or more excellent cut and polish.

Size 3-4ctct


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Rare and highly valuable 3ct diamonds are not commonly seen as very few buyers are in a position to consider a diamond gem of this size. A diamond of these amazing dimensions speaks of luxury, glamour and success. It’s undeniable that the 3ct oval-cut diamond comes at a high cost, but you can be assured that Cape Diamonds consistently offers the best prices for GIA certified diamonds in South Africa.