Precious Engagement Rings

The four Cs that determine cost of diamond engagement rings

2009-10-28T23:47:00.000-07:00

Diamond engagement rings are expensive because of the four Cs – the quality parameters on which the gems are judged. The higher is the quality expensive will be the diamond and it will go beyond the purchasing power of the people. These four Cs are color, cut, clarity and carat. While buying a diamond engagement ring, make sure that it comes with quality certificate issued by AGS or GIA or any other reputed gem certification institution.

The more colorless is the diamond the higher will be its cost. The color is judged on a scale from D [which is colorless] to Z [light yellow]. You should buy a diamond that is place in between if budget is your prime concern. Cut of the diamond refers to the shape in order to reflect the light for brilliance and fire. Clarity refers to the amount of flaws the diamond has inside of it. The fewer flaws mean higher quality.

Flawless diamonds are the most expensive. But you can always settle for buying the diamond engagement rings whose diamonds have invisible flaws as these are less expensive. Carat weight of expensive diamonds is always on the higher side. Smaller diamonds have lower weight and you can buy them easily for engagement rings.

Design your engagement ring for perfect personal touch

2009-10-26T03:23:00.000-07:00

Engagement rings that are available in a jewelry shop are not specially designs for you. They are mass-produced for large scale sales. This clearly implies that one such design is already on many fingers of women. So, to have a ring of specific design, you must opt for designing the ring on your own. To do so, you do not have to be an expert. Just have a sketch of the ring of your dreams on papers and write down some specifications about the diamond cut, settings like prong and channel, your metal choice, and engravings on the metal if any.

Take the sketch to a jeweler and he will take care of any other details that you may have missed. You can discuss the details and look of the diamond engagement ring with the jeweler. Tell the jeweler that his work will be taken to other jewelers for second opinion. This will keep the jeweler busy on your ring.

Or, you can explore the online sites also for designing of the rings. There, in three steps of selecting the diamond, its setting and metal can give you a design of your own and you can get the ring within days at your address. Make sure that the site is authentic.

Advantages of designing of your own diamond engagement ring

2009-09-22T04:46:00.000-07:00

Though a jewelry shop is full of pre-set rings and they are attractive too, but while designing of your own diamond engagement ring, you have mainly two advantages that you can look for. First, you have the option of giving a personal touch to the ring. This means that you can present your bride-to-be a ring after taking into account her likings of diamond and metal and other features of the jewelry.

Secondly, designing of the ring gives you many option of settling for a diamond and metal that is cheaper for you. Loose diamonds are affordable if bought wisely after considering certain aspects of quality. You can simply find out a jeweler who can make the ring at lower fee charges. Or you can order the online jeweler to design the ring after you buy the loose diamond and the metal on the site. Compare the prices of diamonds before giving the online order of designing the ring.

Design your own engagement ring for personal touch

2009-09-08T03:37:00.000-07:00

There are plenty of rings available in the market. These jewelries are manufactured in mass scale. This means that the ring you intend to purchase is already bought by many others. Clearly, such rings do not have any novelty in them. So, if you wish to gift a unique ring to your bride-to-be, then we advise you to design your own diamond engagement ring. This way, you can provide a personal touch to the ring.

To design a ring, make its sketch on a paper with all the details of prong, channel or pave etc settings in place. The sketch also should show all the engravings that you wish to have on the ring metal. You must also be precise on the diamond cut and shape. For instance, choose from the heart, pear, rectangle, cushion or square shape of the diamond. Select also the specifications of cutting the diamond for creating the facets. Take the sketch to the jeweler for designing. This is the right way of making an engagement ring with a personal touch.

Buy vintage engagement rings from reliable sources only

2009-08-26T01:41:00.001-07:00

Vintage engagement rings come from old eras and you will not find them from every shop. If you are looking for an original or genuine vintage ring then you must first find out the antique shops in your area. Avoid visiting the shop that others do not refer as you are not sure of such shops. This is crucial that genuine vintage rings are bought only from reputed antique shops as they are solely dedicated to the vintage jewelry business and source the rings from authentic people.

Have some basic knowledge of the engagement ring features of those times before you start shopping.

Or, you may opt for replica vintage engagement rings that are a copy of the genuine such rings. The designs and setting of diamonds on the replica rings are the same as on the real old era rings. Such rings too are in fashion and are popular amongst the people. For replica rings, you do not have to rely on a particular type of shop. You can buy such rings from any jewelry shop. Make sure that the ring design matches with the old looks of the vintage engagement rings.

Solitaire diamond rings – how to cut the costs

2009-08-17T04:24:00.000-07:00

Solitaire diamond rings are certainly one of the most expensive ring jewelries. These rings display a very larger diamond of greater carat weight. As we all know that the greater is the carat weight of a diamond, the more expensive it becomes to buy. This is the reason that solitaire rings are associated with high financial and social status.

However, in these days of intense competition in the jewelry business, you can have such rings with little more financial burden. You do not have to borrow a loan today to buy these rings, thanks mainly to the online jewelers.

If you search for several jewelry website, you will find a larger difference of price for solitaire diamond rings. As you compare such sites, you may get an attractive such ring around your price range. Or, another way is to design a solitaire ring at lower cost.

Just buy a single larger diamond online at comparatively lower prices and ask some jeweler to set it on a less expensive metal. The jeweler’s fee charges may not be higher in your locality. You can buy a larger diamond at cheaper prices if the diamond has some invisible flaws and it is still great for the engagement rings.

Insurance of diamond engagement rings keeps them secure for future

2009-08-10T04:03:00.000-07:00

Diamond engagement rings are expensive jewelries that you should keep safe and secure all the time. But you never know when someone will steal the ring or it may be that you may cause some damages to the ring. Daily household chores often expose the ring metal and the diamond setting to sever or minor damages. The diamond may fall off the ring due to loosened setting after few years. There are many reasons for insuring your engagement ring.

Many jewelry insurance policies are available to the people today. These policies include homeowner policy, replacement policy and actual value policy. Each policy targets specific requirement of the engagement ring owner. First know exactly about your requirement from the policy and than settle for it. Make sure that you have already taken an appraisal certificate of the ring to insure the ring on the basis of current market value.

Prong-set solitaire engagement rings are utmost attraction

2009-08-03T03:32:00.000-07:00

If you are searching for some very attracting ring jewelries, then you can rely on prong-set solitaire engagement rings. These rings are known for their classy style and for their modern trends as well. Solitaire diamond engagement rings are considered as one of the most attractive rings for women as these rings display a single larger diamond in prong settings. Four to six prongs are used to lift the diamond from the ring metal surface. The diamond is set in a metal basket and then the prongs surround it. The prongs are bent inwardly for giving maximum protection to the gem.

Single larger diamond surrounded by prongs is what makes these rings highly sough-after jewelries. Because there is lots of surface on the top and sides of the diamond, the light frequently plays over the surface for maximum brilliance. Prong setting also ensure a spectrum of colors emitting from the diamond because of maximum amount of light falling on its surface. However, because of the larger single diamond, solitaire rings are usually expensive. So, compare as many offers of such rings online in order to find out some affordable rings for your budget.

Buy antique engagement rings in careful manner

2009-07-07T02:42:00.000-07:00

Antique engagement rings are bound to please your bride-to-be as these ring designs are from bygone eras. These are the rings that offer you respite from the run-of-the-mill and boring designs of the rings of today. Many of the antique rings are adorable. There are many families which have their own antique engagement rings handed over to them from their antecessors. If you have no such ring, then go to a reputed antique shop to buy one.

When you enter an antique shop, you will come across the rings from different eras such as Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco. These eras date back from 1835 to 1930. Each of the eras represents its development and contribution in making of the engagement rings. While you will find row of diamonds in the Victorian era rings, the Edwardian era is known for its rose-cut diamonds and brilliant sapphires. In the Art Deco era, the rings got geometric looks. Get all the knowledge about the antique rings before you enter a shop. Make sure that the ring is genuine and not a fake or replica.

Buy gemstone engagement rings for colorful expression of love

2009-07-01T00:15:00.000-07:00

Colorful gemstones are the sure shot way of pleasing the women as they always like these gems. Gemstone is so attractive that they have a standing of their own and you should not think of them only when you are unable to purchase diamond rings. Many celebrities preferred gemstone engagement rings over the diamond rings. Ruby and sapphire are the gems that can be compared with any expensive diamond in terms of prices, glamour and glitter.

Many of the gemstone engagement rings are affordable for people whose earnings are not enough. They can buy pre-set rings or design their own rings within their budgetary limitations. You can choose topaz, amber, peridot, garnet, ruby, opal, jade, sapphire, emerald, beryl, ametrine, tourmaline and many more. Each of the gemstone is available in various shades of colors. So, you have plenty of choices to make at the time of purchasing of gemstone engagement rings.

Gift a classic vintage engagement ring to your sweetheart!

2009-06-26T01:16:00.000-07:00

My wedding is approaching very soon and I haven’t bought an engagement ring for my sweetheart. The problem is that I am a shy person and don’t have guts to take her along with me for engagement ring shopping. Therefore I am trying to know her preference by either observing her wearing style or asking her friends to keep me updated about her likes and dislikes. I have come to know that she is fond of vintage engagement rings.

Knowing this fact I got extremely happy because I also treasure old classic pieces. Now I know her finger size, her choice and preference which will help me to buy the best jewelry piece for her. The feeling of presenting her vintage engagement ring is awesome and I am absolutely ready to experience such a wonderful moment.

While selecting a diamond for engagement ring

2009-06-22T22:26:00.001-07:00

You may be interested in a solitaire ring or a three-stone engagement ring; the diamond will always play a crucial role in deciding the ring look and also the costs. If you talk of the costs, know that single and larger diamond for solitaire ring is costly because of its greater carat weight.

If you are unable to purchase it, buy a pave-set or channel set and even three stone rings for their smaller diamonds. With carat weight of smaller diamond being very low, their prices too are cheaper.

Expensive diamonds have higher parameters of color, clarity, cut and carat. These are flawless stones. For engagement rings, however, diamonds with little flaws do not make much of a difference as far as appearance and brilliance is concerned. With flaws and lower carat weight these precious stone become affordable for everyone. Of course, such diamonds can be given a great appearance on the ring through an attractive setting

Brilliant cut diamond engagement rings are most attractive

2009-06-11T03:31:00.000-07:00

Diamonds are cut in several ways and some of them are very popular. But of all the cuts, round brilliant cut diamond engagement rings have always been the favorite amongst the jewelers and the people. This is because brilliant cut allows for creating facets in the shapes of triangle and kites. Such shapes are particularly known for their ability to radiate the light outwardly and the light coming through from the inside of the gem enhances the brilliance and fire of the diamond.

A diamond can be cut into round brilliant or princess brilliant cut. Today’s round brilliant cut have fifty-eight facets. The round shape has traditionally been popular. Princess cut brilliant diamond engagement rings have a square shape of the gem. You can choose any of these shapes with the same result of brilliance and spectrum of colors of the diamond ring.

Avoid tall claims on diamonds by a sound basic knowledge

2009-06-04T23:45:00.000-07:00

Often the jewelers make tall claims of quality of a diamond they are showing you and charge very high prices. But you can rescue your self from them by having a good knowledge of various aspects of diamonds for engagement ring. The jewelers can not cheat well informed buyers. If you intent to purchase a highly expensive diamond or many such pieces than your knowledge of the diamonds should be as good as of a salesman.

Before you purchase a diamond engagement ring, make sure to ask the jeweler if the diamond comes with GIA certificates or AGS certificate. If the jeweler is finding excuses then do not buy it and leave the shop as the jeweler may be hiding something. There are many types of fake diamond in circulation in the market and a jeweler can easily sell them to a less informed customer as a genuine diamond engagement ring. So, get all the possible knowledge about the ring and the diamond you intend to buy.

Choose the metal carefully for engagement rings

2009-05-27T22:50:00.000-07:00

If is very crucial that choose the metal carefully for the engagement ring that you are going to buy for your would-be-bride. The metal is in fact so important that it can make or break a look and impression of the ring jewelry. There basically yellow gold, white gold, platinum and palladium being used as metal for the diamond engagement rings and gemstone engagement rings.

The basic aspect to follow for choosing the right metal is that it must provide a perfect backdrop to the diamond or gemstones on the ring. Some stones demand a contrasting backdrop of the metal for shine and brilliance. Other stones require a metal that matches with the color of the stone. So, consult the jeweler over the suitability of the metal for a particular diamond and gemstone. For instance a yellow gold metal is usually not preferred for sapphire engagement rings. Make a careful choice of the metal before you purchase it.

Durability of gemstones matters most

2009-02-04T23:09:00.000-08:00

At the time of purchasing diamonds or other colorful gemstones, think about their durability factor also. This is crucial aspect to consider when the precious stones are meant for setting them on engagement rings. The bride will be wearing it for most of the time and daily wear and tear is bound to make an adverse impact on its outer surfaces. As a result, the ring may soon loose its luster if the precious stone is not strong enough to withstand the tough working style of its wearer.

When judging the hardness level of the stones, diamond rules at the top with a level of 10 out of 10. So, diamonds are reliable for durability. If you can not afford to buy them, then know that colorful gemstones rubies and sapphire are very close to hardness of diamond at the level of 9 each. With a lower level of 8, emerald and topaz too are reliable stones as far as hardness and durability is concerned. This means that you can safely opt for these stones for engagement rings.

Mixed designs for unique rings

2009-02-02T22:44:00.000-08:00

If your bride has given you an indication that she will prefer having an engagement ring that is unique in its overall look, then you should shop the styles that combine the traditional ones with the latest trends. First ask the jeweler to show you some of the traditional designs of old rings. You will come across many designs of vintage rings of even a century old. Mark out their dominant features and see which ones represent the era most. Note down the shape of the diamond and the settings also.

Once the comparison of designs has been made, ask the jeweler to mix the design with the modern trends. Today, the engagement rings are made in simply to elaborative styles. A simply looking modern ring will give a different look when it is molded in a traditional design of old eras.

Certainly, such a ring is going to be a pleasant surprise to the bride-to-be.

Find perfect solitaire engagement rings

2009-01-26T23:12:00.000-08:00

Most of the brides dream of the rings that they can carry with pride amongst the people and social circle. Out of many rings available in today’s jewelry shops, solitaire engagement rings are the popular choices of large section of the population for the occasion.

These rings display a sole diamond on the top. Such a style of the ring gives it a unique look also. Think of the diamond dominating the whole design of the ring with all the brilliance. But the setting of the diamond must be adequately done. You must ensure that fair amount of light falls on the facets of the stone. The more light falls the higher will be its reflection from the surface and from inside also. More reflection is the secret behind the brilliance and fire that the solitaire engagement rings are associated with.

However, for less expensive rings, the couples have the option of setting a gemstone like emerald and sapphire. Such solitaire rings also are attractive because of shining colors. So, make the choice carefully.

Varieties of anniversary rings available to the couples

2009-01-22T21:53:00.000-08:00

After a longer period of living together in a sacred bond of marriage, the couples want to make offers of anniversary rings to each other to commemorate the occasion of completing yet another year of the togetherness. There is no dearth of these ring varieties in the marketplace. Just stroll down to the jeweler’s shop in the locality and choose a ring.

Though the rings are simple with a less decorative metal band, the couples can also find some highly embellished rings. But the prices will go higher. For a costly ring with more diamonds, choose pave set rings.

Pave set anniversary rings dazzle with the brilliance of diamonds. Mostly, half of the metal of the ring is covered with the precious stones to give the impression as if it is made of the stones only. There are many other varieties of the rings available to the couples.

For convenience pick up bridal set engagement rings

2009-01-21T23:29:00.000-08:00

Some women do not like wearing more than one ring for varieties of reason. For such women, bridal set engagement rings are an option to look for. Apart from being a convenient ring to wear, these are favorite rings for the budget couples as expenses are reduced substantially.

Bridal set rings integrate an engagement rings and a wedding band into one ring. This is also called a wedding set as it is a set that is meant for wearing together. But it should be ensured that both the rings are made of the same metal for uniform looks.

If the bride prefers to wear the two parallel rings on the same finger then it is a traditional way of wearing the bridal set, in that case the wedding band may be plain or may have the matching details. But if you intend to wear both the rings as one piece of jewelry, then the ring is usually elaborated one to make the set look complete.

Find reliable online jeweler to purchase rings

2009-01-15T22:18:00.000-08:00

While shopping online for engagement rings, there are few basic tips that the couples must consider. First of all, they should not apply to any jeweler just because you have opened his site. Find out if the jeweler is genuine or not. Since you are not physically going to meet the jeweler, his credibility should be confirmed. Do not pay anything in advance to the online seller of jewelry. Instead, pay only when you have received the ring or any other item at your door step. This is the best way to ensure that your money is safe while making the purchasing.

Though it is harder to know about the credibility of online jewelers, as you are not visiting them personally, still consult your friends of relatives who have bought engagement rings from online sellers. If most of them refer to a particular site, then you have the reason to apply to the site for the purchasing.

Know the grades regarding diamond flaws

2009-01-13T03:36:00.000-08:00

When purchasing an expensive stone like diamond for engagement rings, one of the parameters that the couples must look for is the clarity. This parameter indicates if the stone has flaws or not. If the flaws or inclusions are then to what extent they are and this is indicated under the grades. Cost of a diamond is determined on the basis of the clarity. The more clarity a stone has the more it will glitter and the cost will be higher.

The jewelers talk in the languages of grades. So, when they tell you that a certain diamond is graded FL, then it is flawless, having no inclusions and is very expensive. If the diamond is of IF grade, then it is internally flawless but may be having some minor blemishes on its surface, visible only by microscope. The diamonds of grades V VS1-V V S2 have inclusions that are very difficult to find even under a microscope and grade V S 1- V S 2 consist of inclusions which are visible under the microscope. Diamonds with small inclusions seen with naked eye are graded SI1-SI2. The lowest grade is I1- I3 that means these diamonds are imperfect because of larger inclusions in them and are very much visible to the naked eyes. Prices of diamonds will be set lower as the visibility of inclusions will increase in them.

You must ask the jeweler about the clarity grade of the diamond so that you pay the right price according to the quality of the stone for engagement rings.

Three stone rings are known for dazzling effect

2009-01-11T23:07:00.000-08:00

Most of the couples want to purchase dazzling rings that symbolize their love. One of such jewelries is three stone engagement rings. They perfectly depict the eternal flow of love. The rings are made of three stones on its top. These stone represent past, present and future and symbolize that their love is eternal.

The middle diamond is larger in size as compared to the side stones. But, while picking up the diamonds ensure that all the three stones are similar in shape and size. The stone shape is usually round or oval.

Since three stone engagement rings are meant for maximum dazzle due to a set of diamonds, the setting should be such that maximum amount of light enters the stones. The facets on the upper surface of the diamonds must also be carefully crafted to reflect the light from all angels for the onlookers. But keep the budget also in mind as cost may go higher than your expectations.

Basics of Perfect Diamond Solitaire Engagement Rings

2009-01-08T22:10:00.000-08:00

Though there are many options available for the couples, but diamond solitaire engagement rings are still the preferred choices of many couples due to the elegance and simplicity associated with the rings. If you also think of going for the option, then make sure that you have first gone through all its aspects so that the purchasing is more informed and wiser.

The uniqueness and simplicity of these rings is well known amongst the jewelry buyers. There is only one diamond placed on the top of the ring, so that the stone is clearly visible. Since there are no other stones studded on the surface of the ring, the solitaire diamond gets all the attention of the onlookers.

Another feature of diamond solitaire engagement rings is that the precious stone gleams with maximum fire and brilliance. However, you must be particular in choosing a perfect setting for the precious stone. First choose a loose diamond of adequate size. It is advisable to select a larger diamond so that it dominates over the ring even more. However, you can pick up a smaller stone as well and then set in such a way that it appears comparatively larger.

As far as shape of solitaires is concerned, round is the popular shape for the diamond. Other shapes like marquise, emerald, pear and oval are also preferred and can appear larger on the diamond engagement rings.

When picking up a right setting for the precious stone, you are given many choices. Prong setting is usually the choice of the couples when they go shopping for the solitaires. This is because prongs push up the gem way above the ring surface. This helps in making the stone stand alone and apart from any other embellishment on the ring. But other settings such as bezel, flush and tension are also the choices that the couples can make.

Do not forget to judge the diamond for its quality before purchasing it. The diamond must be purchased only after ensuring its good quality of color, cut, clarity and carat weight must also be known to the buyers.

If budget is the main concern, then these parameters can be relaxed a little. Yet, the brilliance of diamond solitaire engagement rings is not reduced much. For instance, the gems with little flaws, which are invisible, can be purchased at lower costs without any reduction of the fire and brilliance of the stone.

The overall cost of these rings remains affordable for most of the couples because there is one diamond to be purchased. Moreover, the couples can reduce the cost on other features like settings and the metal bands also.

In the end, it can be said that these rings are popular because of their unique feature and affordability.

But search the online market extensively for suitable diamond solitaire engagement rings.

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Purpose of engagement ring settings

2009-01-08T04:13:00.000-08:00

A tendency with many couples is that they purchase a loose diamond and give it to the jeweler, asking him to set it on an engagement ring. But that is a wrong approach as the jeweler may become complacent in the absence of your emphasis to set it in a particular way.

Know that the main purpose of settings such as prong, bezel, channel, tension, pave, flush and many more is to protect the diamond on the ring. The expensive stone should not come off the ring if its wearer is a working woman. So, tell the jeweler about the lifestyle of your bride-to-be to ensure that the diamonds is set accordingly.

Another crucial purpose is that the setting must allow for entering of maximum light into the diamond. If the setting involves more metal around the precious stone, then most of he light will be blocked and brilliance and fire of the stone will be diminished and such engagement rings will become dull despite the diamond.

Basics of affordable diamonds

2009-01-07T03:06:00.000-08:00

If you think that diamonds are expensive and beyond your reach, then think again. Even an average earner can purchase the precious stones once he or she has followed some basics. Be aware that all diamonds are glittering stones whatever be their quality. This means that the engagement rings will always shine with a diamond even the stone is of a lesser quality. And you can explore this unique characteristic of the precious stone for affordable prices.

In other words, a diamond is priced lower when its quality parameters are relaxed a little. For instance, as compared to the colorless expensive diamond, yellowish stones are within your budget and you can buy them for almost the same gleam. With little invisible flaws inside of the stone its prices will come down to larger extent.

Similarly, you can opt to cut the diamond in square or rectangular shapes for reducing the costs. As far as carat weight is concerned, remember that a single larger diamond of one carat is expensive than smaller diamond of less than one carat. If you want to buy two carat diamond for engagement ring, then prefer little less than two carat for the price reduction.

Shape a diamond properly for engagement rings

2009-01-06T04:13:00.000-08:00

The couples must consider certain things when shaping a loose diamond. Appearance of the engagement rings is largely determined by the shape in which the diamond has been cut. Though we can not say that this particular shape is the perfect for all types of precious stones, but the couples can take many aspects into consideration to find the suitable shape.

When you have purchased a loose diamond, it can be done into a shape of heart, pear, square and rectangle. These are the popular ones for the engagement rings. But, if you are a budget couple who do not want to spend much just on cutting the diamond, then, you should opt for the less expensive shapes. The costs are fewer on cutting the diamonds in square or rectangular shapes.

Pear and heart shapes are associated with skills and craftsmanship and more time is required too. Hence, you may be spending lots of money. Keep your budget in mind while asking the jeweler to make the diamond look adorable and brilliant on the engagement rings.

Give proper shape to the diamond engagement rings

2009-01-05T02:40:00.000-08:00

Final look of an engagement ring is determined more or less by the shape of the diamond set on its top. A perfect ring is the one that not only glitters with brilliance and fire but also the one that has a perfectly carved out stone for enhancing the overall impression on the onlookers.

There are plenty of shapes that you can choose from while asking the jewelers to cut the diamond of your choice. Keeping with the latest trends, the couples have varied choices. A jeweler can be asked to carve out the diamond in the shape of heart for symbolizing the love. A pear shape also is trendy along with its skillful craftsmanship.

However, both pear and hearth shapes are expensive as these require more time and specific skills of cutting the precious stone. If you are looking for budget engagement rings, then prefer for those shapes which are less expensive. For instance, square and rectangular shapes do not involve much craftsmanship. Therefore, you can shape the diamond at lower costs for perfect budget engagement rings.

Make smaller diamonds look bigger

2009-01-02T01:05:00.000-08:00

Do not worry over the smaller look of the diamond you have purchased because of the budgetary concerns. Still, such precious stones can be made to look appear larger on the ring. The secret is in the setting of diamond.

When you give the diamond to the jeweler, tell him to enhance its appearance. The jeweler will give you choice of select settings that are known for keeping most of stone open. This means that the stone will be set in such a way that only a tiny potion of it will be covered by the metal.

Out of such settings, the one selected by you must also enhance the overall aesthetic value of the diamond engagement rings. Prong setting is mostly preferred for the purpose. Know more about such settings from the jeweler and compare them. This is also a cheaper way to purchase a diamond.

Finger print your diamond

2008-12-29T22:58:00.000-08:00

You know about fingerprints. But do you know that even diamonds can be fingerprinted for ensuring that they are the same high quality stones that you bought. Finger printing of the diamonds is known as plot. This is done for avoiding unscrupulous jewelers from cheating on you.

When you have given the diamond to the jeweler for setting it on the engagement ring, he may set the wrong diamond knowingly or intentionally. So, before you leave the diamond with the jeweler, plot it on the paper. Then, bring the paper when you come back to pick up the ring and compare the diamond prints with the diamond on the ring. This way you can be sure of the right diamond engagement ring for your bride-to-be.