Tips For Buying A Diamond Engagement Ring

When that happy moment comes of knowing that she's the one, it makes you ecstatic. However, it can be a daunting task trying to scout for a ring. A jumble of questions can run in your mind. Will she love the ring? Will I make a good impression with my selection? Should I go for colored diamonds or white? What if it doesn't fit her? To ease all these, follow along for some great enlightenment when purchasing a precious gem for proposal:

Tip No. 1: You need to know the 4Cs.

Maybe the 4Cs sound foreign to you. Before you even thought of buying a diamond, you might not have heard about this. Welcome to a new world of informative and beautiful things. What do these four Cs stand for anyway? 

 

Color: The color grading of the diamond starts from a D (colorless) scale to Z (lightly colored). The fancier colored diamonds have different scaling. Those with less color are quite rare.

Cut: The quality of the cutting will determine how the light reflects through the stone. There's a general diamond rule that the higher the cut grade, the more the diamond will sparkle. A cut is also known as a fashioned diamond shape. The round-shaped rings tend to be a little more expensive than pear and marquise shapes, cheaper.

Clarity: From the word clear, it means precisely that—the absence of blemishes and impurities. And the lesser inclusions that a diamond has, the better the clarity grading.

Carat (weight): Each diamond is measured in weight, referred to as carat. Does that mean that more considerable carat weight is better than a smaller carat weight? Now, listen to this; a high carat weighted diamond with a poor-cut might seem smaller than a diamond with a smaller carat weight with a great cut.

When you first understand these 4Cs, you will start sounding like a diamond pro. Now you can pick the first C that matters more to you. 

 

Tip No. 2: Find out your babe's ring style.

A phase that you don't want to mess with is this one. The tricky part comes when you want to stick to the surprise element, which is super awesome. How do you nail that? Do you play undercover? Here are some cool ways to accomplish that mission;

Ask her BFF: When girls are having fun, these are the things they usually talk about with fellow friends. If she hasn't shared with you about her preferred ring, she has probably told her BFF.

Be observant: Start paying attention to what jewelry she wears. Does she love colorful types or plain? It will be your perfect guide when buying her the engagement ring. You can easily choose a white or colored diamond, based on what you see.

Know her style: when you spend time with your love, you pick her taste. Does she usually like classic things, or she has a sophisticated style? If the latter, then she would love something trendy, so she can make a statement.

How romantic is your girl? If she is hopelessly passionate or a lovey-dovey, then a heart-shaped diamond is your answer. 

 

Tip No. 3: Selecting a metal band 

While the budget is something to consider, be careful not to get poor-quality metals that scratch easily. Like the rings, most metal bands come in yellow gold, white gold, silver, and platinum. And the recent addition is rose gold, which is proving to be a favorite for many. It is vital to understand that the rare the metal, the more expensive it will be. For example, platinum may look like silver, but it is thin on the ground and has a higher density. That's the reason it's pricier than the latter.

Tip No. 4: Know your carat size

Let's be honest here, would you prefer a larger stone to a smaller whiter one? As people have different tastes, some would rather have a sparkling diamond regardless of the carat count. Does size matter that much? As for me, I would say it does. For the color and clarity, one can tweak them to suit your budget. Here you need to dish the surprise element and ask your lady what's her preferred carat size. It's a big moment, and she will be the one wearing it anyway. Let her live every moment, feeling happy.

  

Tip No. 5: Don't guess your ring size.

If the two of you can go scouting for a ring together, that's great. It means that you will get it right. However, you could be buying online or sending someone from abroad. How do you ensure that you have the correct measurement? First, you can visit a jewelry store and get your finger sized by an expert. Then you can confidently give your proper ring-size. It can be too risky to have the wrong sized ring. If you get a loose one, there's a risk of losing it-while a tight one will cut off your circulation and will make you uncomfortable.  

 

Tip No. 6: Consider your wedding band as well.

Common mistakes people make when buying the engagement ring is not considering how the wedding band will look. If your fiancé will get a family heirloom, it's crucial to consider its appearance before shopping for a proposal ring. 

Tip No. 7: Buy from certified stores.

Buying diamonds is a delicate affair, while getting an engagement ring is phenomenal. When you buy from the certified people, you will likely find a diamond or jewelry appraiser who can educate you more on 4Cs and what to expect. Otherwise, without this information, it can cost you dearly. Not to mention getting ripped off.

Tip No. 8: Make a smart move.

When you go to the lowest colored diamondsyou can save money. The stone looks colorless to the naked eye when it's embedded in a ring. If you choose a round-shaped diamond in white gold, the color scale is either an I or J. The same shape in yellow gold can probably scale on a K. There is a significant difference in price between D's color scaling to a J., And the same concept goes for the clarity. The whole idea here is to choose a lower clarity stone but looks clean to the naked eye. However, everything else should be equal.

 In conclusion, remember the diamond cut is what gives it the sparkle that you will love to see on your fiancé's face when you propose. And lastly, seek the right information from the trusted sources before buying a diamond engagement ring. Be safe by choosing certified jewelry experts.

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