How To Shop For Diamond Engagement Rings?
Purchasing a diamond engagement ring is nothing like any other purchase you’ve made. There are countless variables that affect beauty, quality and cost.
If you´re thinking about buying a diamond engagement ring, we recommend following the advice from experts in the field.
The basics
Experts suggest the first think you need to do is get informed. The most basic and probably most important information you need to know are the 4C´s. Color, cut, clarity and carat.
1) Color
Determines how white (colorless) and bright the diamond is. The diamond color scale starts at D. D means it is completely colorless. The scale goes all the way down to Z which means it is yellow. D-F diamonds are colorless and white. G-I diamonds are near colorless and J-K diamonds will have a hint of color. J have more of a white tone, but K colored diamonds tend to be a bit more yellow. Experts recommend not going below J if you are looking for a diamond that appears white.
2) Cut
Cut determines sparkle and brilliance of the diamond. A poor cut does not allow natural light to filter through the diamond and create that sparkle effect diamonds are known for.
3) Clarity
Clarity determines how clear a diamond even though it may have a few imperfections. The less visible to the eye these features are, the rarer the diamond is considered, therefore making it more expensive.
4) Carat
Carat determines the weight of the diamond and not size. Any diamond over 1 carat is higher in value because diamonds with more than 1 carat are harder to find.
Style and Shape
We recommend focusing first on finding the perfect style for your fiancée and then finding the right diamond to fit that style. It is a must for you to know their style. Is your partner modern? Is they classic? Do they usually wear white or yellow gold? Consider the following options when considering the right engagement ring style. If you decide to purchase a single diamond in a metal band (solitaire) or a single centered diamond with side stones, you definitely have a variety of choices, including:
Metals
You also need to take into consideration the other component of an engagement ring, the band. Keep in mind any metal allergies your fiancée may have. Examples of metal bands are:
► Platinum
Quality
Quality is definitely an important factor to take into consideration when making your purchase. The higher the quality of a diamond, the more beautiful and of course, more expensive it is.
Size
Knowing their size is very important. Although most bands can be altered, there is nothing like put that ring on your fiancées finger and having it fit like a glove. If they wears rings, the best way to know their size is to borrow one of them and show it to the jeweler, or you can trace it onto a piece of paper.
The Right Jeweler
A good jeweler is a must. They are there to provide you with all the information necessary to insure that you purchase the right diamond engagement ring. Discuss shape, style, metal and of course, quality and value.
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