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Rounds lead; among fancy shapes, make decides the price
Rounds have firmed faster than fancy shapes, and demand for ovals and other elongated cuts rewards good proportions while poorly made stones soften.
Imperial Star Gems trade desk1 min read
Rounds are leading the price recovery, and in fancy shapes the market is paying for good make.
- Round brilliants firmed faster than fancy shapes over the summer.
- Demand has centred on rounds and elongated fancies: ovals, marquises and emeralds.
- Well-proportioned ovals have sold readily, while smaller ovals without good proportions have built up in inventory and softened.
In an oval, the discount usually sits in the make. Check the length-to-width ratio and the bow-tie before the price — our oval shape notes and cut guide cover both. See lab-grown ovals in stock.
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