Natural Diamond
Natural Diamond · Oval Brilliant
Very Good Cut
Carat
1.20 - 1.50 carats (estimated visually)
Color
G - H (Near Colorless)
Clarity
VS1 - VS2 (Very Slightly Included)
Shape
Oval Brilliant
Overall Assessment
A handsome oval brilliant natural diamond displaying very good cut quality, pleasant near-colorless appearance, and manageable clarity characteristics suitable for fine jewelry
Cut Quality
Very Good
Brilliance
High white light return with bright facets across the curved body
Fire
Good spectral dispersion noticeable near the curved ends
Scintillation
Balanced pattern of alternating bright and dark areas with good flash under movement
Proportions
Table approx 58%, Depth approx 61.5%, medium girdle, no culet
Symmetry
Good
Polish
Very Good
Fluorescence
Faint to Medium Blue
Inclusions
Small pinpoint inclusions and minor feathers visible under magnification, primarily off-center
Blemishes
Minor surface graining and very slight polish lines
Origin
Natural origin, likely mined in southern Africa or Canada
Treatment Detection
No obvious signs of treatment; appears untreated natural diamond
Estimated Value
$6,000 - $9,500 USD depending on exact grading
Certification Estimate
GIA or IGI; estimated G color, VS2 clarity, Very Good cut
Investment Potential
Moderate stability; natural ovals maintain steady demand in the bridal market
Similar Diamonds
Standard commercial-grade 1.30 carat oval brilliant stones with VG cuts
Setting Suggestions
Four or six-prong platinum solitaire, or halo setting in white gold to accentuate length
Care & Maintenance
Clean with warm soapy water and a soft brush; avoid harsh ultrasonic cleaners if inclusions reach the surface
Interesting Facts
Oval cuts were invented in the 1960s by Lazare Kaplan and combine the brilliance of round stones with an elongated shape that flatters the finger