East West Oval Cut Lab Grown Diamond Solitaire Ring on a Fine Plain Band

East West Oval Cut Lab Grown Diamond Solitaire Ring on a Fine Plain Band

An oval cut lab grown diamond turned sideways across the finger, held in four claws on a fine plain band. No halo, no pave, no accents. The stone is set low and the shank is drawn as thin as it can safely be made.

Setting a large oval east to west lowers it in a way that matters for daily wear. A north to south oval has to be lifted clear of the finger at both ends, because the stone is longer than the finger is wide and the tips would otherwise press into the skin at the base of the knuckle. Turned sideways, the length of the diamond sits across the widest, flattest part of the finger, so the whole setting can be built lower. The result is a big stone that does not catch on sleeves and does not rock when you close your hand.

Center stone details

• Shape: Oval cut, elongated brilliant
• Stone type: Lab grown diamond, IGI certified
• Carat weight: 2, 3, 4 or 5 carat, selected at checkout
• Color grade: E
• Clarity grade: VVS2
• Cut and polish: Excellent make, excellent luster
• Setting: Four claws holding the stone east to west, set low on an open basket
• Certification: IGI certificate of the center stone is included at no extra charge

Band details

The shank is fine, plain and rounded with a mirror polish, carrying no stones. It meets the underside of the basket directly with no gallery rail between, which is what allows the stone to sit as close to the finger as it does.

Metal options

Choose from 925 sterling silver, or 10K, 14K and 18K gold in yellow, rose or white. Rose gold is shown here and it warms the whole ring while leaving the diamond as the only bright element. Yellow gold gives a more traditional contrast. White gold and sterling silver let the band disappear so only the horizontal line of the stone registers. For a shank this fine we recommend 14K or 18K gold for long term daily wear.

Ring size

This ring is available in a full range of US sizes. Select your size at checkout. If you are unsure of the size, contact us and we will help you measure at home before the ring is made.

Custom orders

We make every ring to order, which means the design can be adjusted. Ask us for a north to south oval, a hidden halo, a pave shank, a heavier band, a different centre shape, an engraving inside or a matching wedding band. Write to us through https://mapplegems.com/pages/contact and a member of our team will reply with drawings and a quote.

Frequently asked questions

Why set an oval east to west?
The stone spans the width of the finger rather than its length, which lets the setting sit lower, stops the tips pressing into the knuckle and gives the ring a broader, more modern line.

Is an east west ring more comfortable?
For a large stone, generally yes. Nothing extends toward the knuckle, the profile is lower and the ring is less likely to snag or rock on the finger.

Does an oval look bigger than a round diamond?
Yes. It spreads the same carat weight over a longer surface, so it presents a larger face on the hand whichever way it is set.

Will a wedding band sit flush against this ring?
Yes, and more easily than with a north to south oval. The shank runs level on both sides of the setting so a straight band meets it cleanly without being contoured.

Is a lab grown diamond a real diamond?
Yes. A lab grown diamond has the same carbon crystal structure, hardness, refractive index and fire as a mined diamond. The only difference is that it was grown in a controlled environment rather than pulled from the ground.

Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. An IGI certificate for the center stone is included with every order at no additional cost.

Can this ring be resized?
Yes, easily. The band carries no stones at all, so a jeweler can cut and adjust it anywhere along its length.

Why buy a lab grown diamond

A lab grown diamond gives you the same optical and physical properties as a mined stone at a far better price for the size and quality. Because the growth conditions are controlled, high color and high clarity stones like the E VVS2 used here are available in large carat weights that would be rare and costly in mined goods. It is also a traceable choice, with a known origin and no mining footprint.

Our services

• IGI certificate of the center stone included free with every ring
• Made to order in the metal, carat weight and size you choose
• Full range of US ring sizes
• Custom design and matching wedding bands on request
• Hand finishing and quality inspection before dispatch
• Secure insured worldwide shipping

About Mapple Gems

Mapple Gems is a fine jewelry maker based in Surat, India, a city that has cut and polished diamonds for generations. We design and build every piece in our own workshop, from setting the center stone to the final polish, which lets us control quality at each step and offer custom work that larger retailers cannot. We work only with lab grown diamonds and responsibly sourced gemstones.

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