Oval sapphire

Discover why the oval sapphire has become a must in jewelry, the good reasons to make this choice and some criteria for finding the ideal stone.

Oval sapphire: a very common classical shape

The oval sapphire is the most popular form of stone in jewelry and jewelry. This is particularly the case with blue sapphire, although it could be round, square, cushion, or pear, to mention a few other common shapes. Of sapphires of other colors are often oval in shape as well, but you can see more fantasy with some, like the purple sapphire.

The appearance of oval sapphire varies according to the size that was done. That's why you find oval sapphires with varying numbers of facets. Brilliant cut is sought after, because it highlights the stone with maximum brilliance. The cabochon cut is another example: a stone without facets and a domed top. So we are not looking for brilliance. But the majority of oval sapphires have many facets.

A precious stone can be of varying quality, as well as its size or cut. Many stones are oval in shape or cut, a style that emerged during the 20th century.

Why choose an oval sapphire for a ring?

We have seen that oval sapphires are generally faceted, for a beautiful brilliance. In addition, oval stones appear larger than other stones of the same weight. While the oval shape is popular for sapphires and other gems, including diamond, it is also because she fits multiple jewelry styles. For a sapphire engagement ring, you can have an impressive stone cheaply and choose a modern or vintage style as well.

Note that there are various oval sapphire shapes, as the stones can be more or less elongated, depending on the relationship between length and width. One sapphire and diamond oval daisy ring usually has a moderate oval, rather than an elongated one, but with the creation of a personalized ring, it depends on taste.

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The styles of rings with an oval sapphire

Besides the oval sapphire cabochon ring, which has a polished surface, the rings have a brilliant appearance, frequently enhanced by the presence of diamonds. However, it is not mandatory. It is possible to create very beautiful solitaire rings with oval sapphire without diamonds, especially if you like contemporary styles. Also, an oval sapphire can be accompanied by small round sapphires on an engagement ring or two other oval sapphires, for a trilogy ring. One of the most shimmering is the halo ring, with several small diamonds that surround the sapphire.

With or without diamonds, a sapphire is perfect on all types of gold:

• a white gold oval sapphire ring: modern, elegant and bright
• a yellow gold ring: warm and timeless
• a rose gold ring: soft, more romantic and rather contemporary

Buy an oval sapphire

We offer blue oval sapphires and other colors, such as Sapphire Teal, at all sorts of prices, heated sapphires and not heated. Some of our stones are very rare and others are more common.

However, all are obtained in a short circuit, without intermediaries and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from a gemological laboratory. Know that if you want Buy an oval blue sapphire or another color, not all the stones are displayed on our site: do not hesitate to contact us if you do not find what you are looking for!