4 Carat Oval Diamond Ring: The Celebrity Look

The oval cut is the hottest shape of the decade, thanks to celebrities like Blake Lively and Hailey Bieber. A 4 carat oval is massive, elongating the finger and offering incredible brilliance.

How Big is It?

A 4 carat oval diamond measures approximately 12.5mm x 8.5mm.

Because ovals are elongated, they look bigger than round diamonds of the same carat weight. A 4 carat oval takes up a huge amount of real estate on the finger.

Price: Natural vs. Lab Grown

The price difference at this size is staggering.

• Natural 4 Carat Oval: Expect to pay $60,000 to $150,000+ depending on quality.
• Lab Grown 4 Carat Oval: You can find stunning options for $3,500 to $8,000.

This massive price gap is why many couples are choosing lab-grown for large fancy shapes.

The "Bow-Tie" Effect

This is the #1 thing to watch out for with ovals.

Due to the facet pattern, almost all ovals have a dark shadow across the center that looks like a bow tie.

• Severe Bow-Tie: A large, black dead spot in the middle of the stone. Avoid this.
• Minimal Bow-Tie: A subtle contrast that actually adds depth to the stone. This is what you want.

Pro Tip: You cannot judge a bow-tie from a certificate. You MUST see a 360-degree video of the stone. We recommend James Allen for their high-res video technology.

Ideal Ratio

The length-to-width ratio determines if the oval looks chubby or skinny.

• 1.30 - 1.35: A more rounded, "chubby" oval.
• 1.35 - 1.50: The "Goldilocks" range. Elegant and elongated.
• 1.50+: Very thin and long.