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February 16th, 2010Diamonds are Forever: How to Choose the Perfect Wedding Ring
December 15th, 2009A diamond ring is perhaps the most traditional and everlasting symbol of love and marriage. The circular nature of a ring and the sparkling diamond, a rare, precious stone which is eye catchingly beautiful and can take anything up to 3 billion years to form is a symbol of enduring love.
But all diamond rings are not equal; there are an infinite number of metals, designs and styles of ring and then there’s the diamond itself – each of which is unique. Diamonds are graded on four main factors: cut, colour, clarity and carat weight.
The cut of the diamond, refers to how well it was been sculpted by a diamond cutter. The diamond cutter’s job is to cut the stone in such a way that makes the best use of light which requires immense experience and skill. A diamond that is well cut will allow light to be reflected from one facet to another, then dispersed through the top of the stone back to the viewer’s eye, creating a classic diamond glitter and sparkle.
If the cut is too deep or too shallow, too much light escapes through the lower sides of the diamond (known as the pavilion) reducing the aesthetic appeal of the stone. Don’t confuse cut (which refers to the facets on the face of the stone) with shape; diamonds can be fashioned in a variety of shapes such as round (brilliant), pear, oval and heart shape. Diamond wedding rings tend to utilise more subtle design, favouring multiple small, round stones as opposed to a single large stone, which are generally the style of engagement rings.
The colour of a diamond can vary from a faint yellow, through to pink, blue and green. Colours are caused by impurities, so although different colours can look very pleasing to the eye, completely colourless diamonds are considered to be of the highest quality as they allow light to pass through easily, resulting in light being dispersed and split into the colours of the spectrum, creating a rainbow effect.
Most diamonds contain tiny impurities known as “inclusions”. These can interfere with the passage of light through the stone and are therefore undesirable. The gradation of inclusions found in a stone is known as the clarity. This can range from having none at all (producing what’s called a flawless diamond) to inclusions that are visible to the naked eye.
And finally, carat-weight refers to the weight of the stone as measured in carats. A diamond’s value is based on all of these factors; a large carat weight stone, which is perfectly cut and has excellent clarity and colour will cost more that a diamond that has certain imperfections or is smaller.
When choosing a diamond wedding ring, be sure to take your time and ask the advice of your jeweller, who will be able to show you a range of diamonds and rings of different metals and styles of setting. And finally – take your time before choosing; a diamond is forever, so make sure you are completely happy with your ring before you buy.
Genuine Diamond Wedding Rings Will Last Forever
September 22nd, 2009Diamond wedding rings and wedding bands have an attraction all of their own. For many decades diamonds have been associated with being a girl’s best friend, and it has often been assumed that diamonds are to be worn by women rather than men.
Fortunately in more recent years this trend has been changing quite dramatically, and today it is the height of fashion for a man to wear diamonds. Often men who wear diamonds do so in a way which compliments their masculinity, and as far as being able to achieve this is concerned, a diamond wedding ring is the perfect alternative to the traditional gold band.
Diamond wedding band sets are available for both halves of the partnership or just for the woman if the man prefers to remain traditional. Many men feel self-conscious of wearing diamond rings, even though so many are now turning to them. Shopping for diamond wedding rings is much more enjoyable when both halves of the engaged couple are seeking a beautiful diamond, or a number of smaller brilliant diamonds set in a gorgeous 14 carat gold setting.
For men the wearing of diamonds is slightly more limited than perhaps for women. The most obvious choices for wearing diamonds are a single earring, cufflinks or perhaps a diamond ring, and a wedding ring is ideal for the man seeking a good reason to wear diamonds. There is a wide range of choice of diamond wedding rings online, and any man or woman should find it easy to find something to suit their particular style, whether they are traditional or prefer something more hip-hop or bling.
Nor need wedding rings be restricted to clear diamonds. You can get a beautiful diamond ring with 2.6 carats of white and blue diamonds set in 14 K gold for under $1200 online, or a simple solitaire diamond wedding ring for under $300. You have to know where to look, because good prices for genuine traditionally cut diamonds are not easy find.
A diamond ring of any make has a very clear and distinct message to express about its owner. Simply sliding a diamond ring onto your finger will help to make you feel transformed and confident in your own success. Indeed very little can compare to a diamond to make a bold and simple statement about success, and the message that such a ring suggests is unmistakable.
However, just any old diamond ring will not do, and a woman’s diamond wedding ring in particular should consist of perfectly cut glittering diamonds that transform light into a breathtaking display of dazzling reflected and refracted iridescence that will turn ever woman around you green with envy. Such a statement of wealth and success is difficult to emulate, and even for a man such a ring is more than just desirable. If bling is your thing then it is a must.
No hip-hop wedding would be complete without hers and his bling diamond wedding rings. Think of a muscular 14 carat gold men’s ring, set with 2 carats of blue princess cut diamonds, highlighted with round black diamonds. That is a serious ring, but if you like yours even more dazzling, you can buy almost 1.7 carats of pave set round cut white diamonds that offers serious sparkle for any lover of bling.
Why not complete the look with a fabulous iced out diamond watch – but make sure you don’t out-dazzle your bride. You will never be forgiven for that. Allow her to outshine you by purchasing her 3.88 carats of princess and round cut diamonds, pave set into 14 carat yellow gold. This is a real sparkler that she is going to love you for. A diamond wedding ring to kill for.
For the other half in your life a diamond wedding ring is a lifetime purchase, so make sure that you get the best you can afford. The way to do that is to buy online from a jeweler that offers you genuine diamonds at bargain prices. You don’t find these jewelry stores in your local shopping mall – or if you can then you are very lucky. They can be found online, though, if you know what to look for, and you can save a massive amount of money. Make sure, however, that are getting genuine diamonds in your diamond wedding rings because many will try to fob you off with fakes.
Insist on genuine diamonds because nothing possesses the brilliance and ability to reflect and refract light than a real diamond: you can easily tell the real thing, and so can others whose admiring glances will rapidly fade when they realize what you are wearing.
So, real genuinely cut diamonds in real gold settings, and you will be buying the diamond wedding rings that you both deserve, and that will last forever so you can wear them proudly for the rest of your lives.s
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