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 Primo Grill XL Oval, with Free Accessories  US $1,099.50
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 6ea 5x10" White Cedar Oval Cooking Planks BBQ or Oven US $15.99
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 Chef's Supreme Barbecue Cart with Primo Oval XL Grill & Accessory Package US $3,885.00
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 Chef's Supreme Barbecue Cart with Primo Oval XL Charcoal Grill & Smoker US $3,598.00
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 OVAL WOVEN BASKET US $4.95
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 Chef's Supreme Barbecue Cart with Primo Oval XL Grill & Free Accessories US $3,598.00
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 Charcoal Grill - Primo Oval XL Grill & Smoker With Table & Accessory Package US $2,219.00
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 Primo Grill, Extra-Large Size Oval Ceramic Grill US $1,049.00
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 SET OF (3) 9-1/2 x 7-8 INCH NATURAL HAND WOVEN RATTAN OVAL BREAD BASKETS USED US $9.99
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 12"-L x 9"-W x 5"-T NATURAL HAND WOVEN OVAL WICKER BREAD BASKET USED US $9.99
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 Sampler! 18 Planks in 9 Wood Flavors - Natural Oval US $24.99
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 Outdoor Kitchen with Primo Oval XL Charcoal BBQ Grill US $4,349.00
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 The Oval Chef BBQ & Cooking Plank, By Chef Locke US $6.89
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 Formaggio Cheese Board - Picnic Time US $59.86
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 Primo Ceramic Reflector Plate for Oval Junior Grill US $51.99
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 8 Mtn. Mesquite Natural Oval Cooking Planks BBQ or Oven US $12.99
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 Primo Oval XL Ceramic Grill US $1,166.99
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 Primo Kamado Ceramic Grill US $829.99
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 Primo Oval Junior Ceramic Grill US $699.99
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 Primo Grill,XL Oval Ceramic Grill with Teak Table US $1,845.00
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Natural Oval
Oval diamonds represent the earliest of modern diamond cuts. Before oval cuts, loose diamonds that were used for jewelry were hard, shiny and lustrous, but had little in the way of fire or brilliance. In fact, if you've seen paintings of diamonds from 350 - 500 years ago, you've probably noticed that they appear black. The very simple diamond cuts that were available prior to the advent of oval diamonds made for a dark and - to modern eyes - relatively lifeless appearance.
Diamond in the Rough
For all their beauty and brilliance, diamonds found in nature are relatively dull looking, appearing more like lumps of grey coal - a substance to which they are chemically identical. It takes a great deal of polishing and carefully calculated cuts to bring out the innate fire and brilliance of loose diamonds. Fortunately, modern technologies such as computer-aided design and laser cutting has made the creation of fiery, brilliant stones such as oval diamonds more efficient than ever before in history.
A Relatively New Innovation
Popularity of various cuts for loose diamonds has waxed and waned over the decades. The most popular of all cut diamonds is the round brilliant; it is considered the "ideal cut" because it results in the best ratio of proportion to brilliance.
Oval diamonds are a recent innovation; it is similar to the round brilliant, except for its more elliptical shape. The first oval diamonds were cut by Lazare Kaplan over forty years ago, and usually has 56 facets, or faces. Oval diamonds ideally have a rose-like appearance on the top and a discernable star pattern on the bottom.
When placed in a ring setting, these diamonds are invariably placed along their north-south axis, with the long ends oriented toward the base and tip of the finger; they are never oriented east and west.
Evaluation of Diamonds
All loose diamonds should undergo an appraisal and a certification by an independent gemology lab prior to finalization of the sale. That said, flaws in the cuts of oval diamonds can be discerned by the layperson's eye. If the cut is poor, clear a "bow-tie" shape will be detectable when held under the light.
Famous Examples
Because of their growing popularity, these uniquely cut diamonds are finding their way into settings worn by the rich and famous. Tom Cruise presented an ring to Katie Holmes on the occasion of their wedding which contained an oval-cut diamond; oval diamonds are also found in rings worn by actress Rebecca Romijn and professional soccer player Victoria Beckham.
About the Author:
Jonathon Blocker specializes in diamond jewelry and oval diamonds. He is a consultant for GemFind.com, a trusted name in the jewelry industry since 1999.
Article Source: ArticlesBase.com - The Growing Popularity of Oval Diamonds