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.the modern oval brilliant cut was fashioned by lazare kaplan in new york city in the 1960s. with an elongated outline and graceful curves, it has become one of the most popular fancy shapes.

~ looking to make a statement

~ wants a unique yet elegant shape

~ desiring a shape symbolic for new beginnings

~ ovals face up larger than same-sized rounds or squares

~ poorly cut ovals exhibit dark or glassy bow-ties

~ finding a well-cut oval is imperative ~ like all fancy shapes