3/14/11

Things To Consider When Buying Diamond Rings

By Diana Mieler


A ring may be just a piece of jewelry that you wear on your finger or it might be a symbol of something more. It can mark you as a member of a selected group, it can be a family heirloom, it could be a reward for achieving something or it can be an indicator of your existing relationship and your relationship's status.

Engagement rings and wedding rings are probably the most common type of rings. Virtually everyone at some point in their lives ends up seeking the perfect engagement ring. Traditionally only ladies wore engagement rings but over the past decade mens engagement rings have become really common.

Eternity rings have also become quite popular and these rings are bought well into the marriage. In this write-up we will dig more about the different types of rings and what you should take into account when you are purchasing them.

Diamond rings are essentially the most popular variety of engagement ring. The diamond will be the most significant aspect of a diamond ring and when you're selecting the diamond the very first thing you should notice at is the cut. The cut is essential simply because just how much the diamond sparkles depends a good deal on the cut.

The sparkle of a diamond comes from the facets on it which refracts light and the better the cut of the diamond the much more it is going to sparkle.

The second factor you should look at is the clarity. Diamonds have natural inclusions or flaws in them. The visibility, amount and size of these inclusions will establish its clarity.

Colorless diamonds are probably the most extremely coveted as they permit probably the most refraction of light although colored or fancy diamonds may also be fairly exquisite. The last C to take notice when looking at diamond rings is carat.

A carat is often a unit of weight by which diamonds are measured. The bigger the diamond the much more pricey it will be. If you you concentrate on the four C's you will come across the best diamond ring.

Whether you're getting diamond rings or eternity rings or are looking at mens engagement rings, be sure you buy a ring that comes with the appropriate certificates and is of great quality.




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