Oval Solitaire Engagement Ring — the Lumiere
One oval, four prongs, a plain band, and nothing else asking for attention. The oval is the shape people choose when they want a stone to look larger than its weight, and a solitaire is the setting that lets it.
What you are getting
A 1.00ct oval cut Lab-Grown Diamond, four-prong set on a slim polished band in solid 14K yellow, white or rose gold. Nickel-free, solid throughout, never plated. Certified by IGI and supplied with the report.
Why an oval faces up larger
A round diamond carries much of its weight in depth, below the girdle where you cannot see it. An oval spreads the same carat weight lengthwise instead, so more of the stone shows face-up and it covers more finger. That is most of the reason people choose the shape, and it is why a 1ct oval reads closer to a larger round.
The bow-tie, and how I select against it
Every oval has a bow-tie — a darker band across the center where facets fail to return light. On a well-cut stone you barely notice it; on a poorly cut one it is the first thing you see. It does not appear on a lab report, which is why I check every oval face-up at the bench before it goes into a setting rather than buying to spec alone.
Four prongs on a curve
An oval has no corners to grip, so prong placement is a judgement rather than a rule. Set too far toward the ends and the stone looks pinched; too far to the sides and it can rock in the setting. These sit at the four quarter points, which holds the stone securely and leaves the length uninterrupted.
How it wears
The plain band sits flush against almost any wedding band without a gap, which is the practical argument for a plain shank over pavé. Worn alone it reads classic rather than dated.
Made to order in Woodside
Built after you order it, sized to your finger, in my Queens workshop. Made to order in 7 to 10 business days. Ships fully insured with the IGI report, lifetime warranty on craftsmanship, complimentary resizing within 60 days.
