Oval Diamond Ring Guide: Natural or Lab-Grown, Carat and Price
Ring guide
An oval diamond is a brilliant-cut stone stretched into an oval, so it has the sparkle of a round diamond but looks longer and slimmer on the finger. To choose one, decide on a natural or lab-grown diamond, then the carat, then the gold colour, and look at the stone for a dark "bow-tie" across the middle. The Lana Al Kamal Classic Oval Diamond Ring is 18K gold with one oval centre diamond and costs AED 6,000 to AED 105,000 (prices as of November 2026), depending on the diamond you choose.
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By Lana Al Kamal
Founder and jewellery designer, GIA-trained, Dubai · Updated 12 November 2026
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Harper's Bazaar ArabiaEmirates WomanGrazia ArabiaJdeed MagazineKey takeaways
- The Classic Oval costs AED 6,000 (1 ct lab-grown) to AED 105,000 (2 ct natural) as of November 2026, the same in every gold colour and size.
- A lab-grown oval costs far less than a natural one of the same carat: AED 6,000 against AED 45,000 at 1 ct.
- Before you buy, check the stone for a strong dark bow-tie and an uneven outline, and ask for the IGI or GIA certificate.
Every Classic Oval option and price
| Centre diamond | Carat | Price* |
|---|---|---|
| Lab-grown (CVD) | 1 ct | AED 6,000 |
| Lab-grown (CVD) | 2 ct | AED 8,000 |
| Lab-grown (CVD) | 3 ct | AED 10,600 |
| Natural | 0.5 ct | AED 20,000 |
| Natural | 1 ct | AED 45,000 |
| Natural | 2 ct | AED 105,000 |
*Prices as of November 2026. The price is the same in 18K yellow, white or rose gold and in every size.
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Natural or lab-grown oval?
Both are real diamonds with the same hardness and look. A natural diamond formed in the earth; a lab-grown CVD diamond was grown in a laboratory. The table shows the difference in price: a 1 ct lab-grown oval costs AED 6,000, a 1 ct natural oval AED 45,000. Choose natural if rarity matters most to you, or lab-grown if you want a larger stone for the same budget. Our natural or lab-grown checklist goes into more detail.
What to check on an oval diamond
- The bow-tie: many ovals show a darker area shaped like a bow-tie across the centre. A faint one is normal; a strong one makes the middle of the stone look dull. Ask to see the stone or a video of it before you decide.
- The outline: both halves should be even, with no flat or bulging sides.
- Length-to-width ratio: some ovals are long and slim, others are fuller. There is no correct ratio; choose the outline you like on the hand.
- The certificate: the centre diamond comes with an IGI or GIA certificate, in print and digital form, which states the carat, colour and clarity. Read about these grades on GIA's diamond quality factors.
What to buyClassic Oval Diamond Ring, from AED 6,000Oval or another shape?
Oval sits between round and pear. It sparkles almost like a round diamond, but because it is longer it can look bigger on the finger than a round diamond of the same carat weight. If you like the long look but want a point at one end, compare it with the pear; if you want a softer square, look at the cushion. Our diamond shapes compared guide shows all seven shapes side by side.
Gold colour, size and engraving
The Classic Oval comes in 18K yellow, white or rose gold. White gold makes a colourless diamond look whiter; yellow and rose gold give a warmer look. Sizes run from EU 48 to EU 65, and engraving is free, so you can add initials or a date inside the band. For more on choosing an engagement ring, read our engagement ring guide for the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
How long does it take?
The ring is made to order, with about 15 working days of production before shipping. Shipping then takes about 3 working days within the UAE and about 5 to Saudi Arabia. Shipping cost is shown at checkout. After you order, the studio contacts you to confirm the details. See all our diamond rings.
Frequently asked questions
How much is an oval diamond ring at Lana Al Kamal?
The Classic Oval Diamond Ring costs AED 6,000 with a 1 ct lab-grown diamond and up to AED 105,000 with a 2 ct natural diamond (prices as of November 2026).
Does an oval diamond look bigger than a round one?
It can. Because an oval is longer, it can look bigger on the finger than a round diamond of the same carat weight.
What is the bow-tie in an oval diamond?
A darker area shaped like a bow-tie across the centre of many ovals. A faint one is normal; a strong one makes the middle look dull.
Is the oval diamond certified?
Yes. The centre diamond comes with an IGI or GIA certificate in print and digital form.
What sizes and gold colours are available?
Sizes run from EU 48 to EU 65, in 18K yellow, white or rose gold.
Not sure which one?
Send the studio a photo or a question on WhatsApp and we will help you choose.
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Engagement Ring Guide for the UAE and Saudi Arabia
About Lana Al Kamal
Lana Al Kamal is an architect and jewellery designer who founded her Dubai-based fine jewellery brand in 2018. She studied at the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) and is a member of the Dubai Chamber jewellery designers group. Every piece is made in 18K gold.
