Thoughts on “bow tie-less” oval cut

[tina_v]

Hello! Very very new to lab diamonds. I’ve recently seen a jeweller that I follow online saying that they have come up with a cut where the bow tie would no longer be existent (they explain it as a crushed ice effect). Anyone have experience with this or any thoughts? I’m generally just curious if this is a possibility why are they all not just made with no bowtie?
Again, total novice so apologies if it’s a silly question

 

[tyty333]

Some specialty oval cuts are somewhat bow-tie less. 4 main ovals tend to be more bow-tie less. I've also seen 4 mains with extra
facets that give more of the crushed ice effect.

So, yes, IMO they exist. Do you have any links to the cut this jeweler is talking about?

Not everyone likes the crushed ice look, so they would not all be created that way. Variety, you know.

 

[tina_v]

Yes that makes sense! Thanks for the reply! Here’s a video where they show the bow tie free one compared to a standard oval

https://www.tiktok.com/video/7533307108956114181

 

[tyty333]

That definitely looks bow-tie less! Definitely looks like crushed ice. What do you think? It would be nice to see an
ASET image on one.

 

[tina_v]

Yes I agree! I’ll see if I can get an ASET of it and I’ll post here if so

 

[tyty333]

Some specialty oval cuts are somewhat bow-tie less. 4 main ovals tend to be more bow-tie less. I've also seen 4 mains with extra
facets that give more of the crushed ice effect.

So, yes, IMO they exist. Do you have any links to the cut this jeweler is talking about?

Not everyone likes the crushed ice look, so they would not all be created that way. Variety, you know.

I have to correct myself...technically, a bow-tie is a facet(s) through the center that remain dark for an extended period of time.

You are talking about an area through the center with bigger facets that exist in the shape of a bow-tie. (so not technically a bow-tie)

Do ovals exist without this shape going through the center? Yes, they do, as you have posted.