The diamond can be selected first or last, there
is no right or wrong order. Some people prefer to choose their
diamonds first and then find a setting that will accentuate its
beauty. Others choose to pick out the setting initially and then
search for a diamond, or diamonds, that will adorn that setting. And
there are still others that find it much easier to buy a diamond
engagement ring that is already finished completely.
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Diamonds all look beautiful. Even cheap diamonds
can look elegant and classy. If you want your diamond engagement
ring to look as elegant as
you've always dreamed it would be the most important thing is to
locate a fine setting. It's this choice of setting that will
determine whether the finished product is a worthy purchase. Your
choice of diamonds and setting is very important because ideally you
won't get a second chance at choosing your diamond engagement ring.
Many women choose diamond engagement rings that
have three stone settings. These rings will usually include one
center diamond and two smaller offset diamonds. Three stone settings
are very popular and can include either prong or bezel settings
which can be made of 14k or 18k yellow gold, white
gold or platinum.
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Some women prefer classic solitaire settings that
may include 4 to 6 prongs, bezel or cathedral settings. There is a
wide assortment of solitaire settings.
As a general rule the more prongs you have the safer the diamond
engagement ring sets. You certainly don't want to lose a diamond
because one of the prongs breaks off. So this is something to
consider when choosing your setting.
When shopping for a diamond it's important to
purchase a certified stone. A certified diamond has been evaluated
by an independent expert that will give it a quality rating for its
cut, color, clarity and carats. This is the surest way to purchase a
high quality diamond. After finding a center diamond and
complimentary diamonds to your liking the next step is to find that
beautiful setting you've always dreamed of.
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Another thing to consider when shopping for a
diamond engagement ring is
the current trend. Many women will end up purchasing a style of ring
that is currently popular only to find out 10 years later that it's
no longer in style.
You have to remember that this wedding ring will be worn forever
hopefully so choosing a classic style may be more to your liking.
It's also smart to consider the practicality of
the engagement ring. If you plan on wearing the ring daily it may be
wise to purchase a sturdier ring that can withstand the daily rigors
of your job or activities. You should determine the amount of wear
and tear your ring will endure and select a ring that is up to the
punishment.
Other things to consider are the metal your
wedding band or engagement ring will be made from. Some women prefer
the look of yellow gold while others prefer white gold. Some forego
gold altogether and go with platinum, a very popular style these
days. Or you can go with a combination, a two-tone gold with some
yellow and some white. It's purely a personal preference.
But something to consider is that two-tone gold
may be easier to match with other jewelry that you may wear. Another
question that brides-to-be often have a hard time deciding is
whether or not they should buy a name brand ring or not. It's
usually fairly easy to find comparable rings cheaper if you do not
go with a name brand. On the other hand it's sometimes nice to be
able to flaunt an expensive name brand ring. The choice is yours.
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