Choosing an engagement ring is one of the most exciting shopping experiences ever. But you can be overwhelmed if you don’t know what to look for. Since an engagement ring is a significant symbol of your love, you must choose the best. Here are the things to have in mind.
Your fiancee’s preference for jewelry
When you decide to buy an engagement ring, the first thing is to identify your fiance’s preference for jewelry. What kind of stone do they love? The choices are many from diamond to sapphire, ruby, pearl, emerald, amethyst, topaz, to name a few.
Determine her ring size
The best way to determine this is secretly taking one of her rings and have it measured by a jeweler. Note that there can be a distinction between the size of the right and left-hand fingers.
Decide if to choose a diamond ring.
Diamond rings are the most preferred choice for engagement by many couples. Diamond is the hardest stone ever discovered and has more brilliance and gloss than any other gemstone. Since it withstands wear and maintains its glossy look for many years, diamond has been the traditional choice of stone for engagement rings.
If you decide to go for a diamond ring, note that the setting and the stone are sold differently. The setting is the metal framework that holds the centerpiece diamond in place. But antique engagement rings come complete.
Understand the four Cs
When looking for a diamond engagement ring, you have to understand the four Cs to shop smartly. These are the quality gradings of diamonds; the cut, color, clarity, and carat.
- The cut is the grading of how well the diamond is cut which determines how well it reflects light.
- Color is the measure of how colorless a white diamond is, but there are colored diamond-like blue, red, green, etc.
- Clarity is the measure of how flawless a diamond is both externally and internally. It determines the presence of flaws such as scratches on the diamond’s surface.
- Carat means the weight of the diamond, which can also give you an idea of how big it is.
The 4Cs is a grading system of diamond used throughout the world and helps you determine the quality of the diamond.
Prioritize the diamond cut
Expert jewelers advise prioritizing the diamond’s cut, which affects how much it shines against the light. If a diamond has a low-quality cut, it will not reflect light and will seem dull and dim. You can even build your own diamond engagement ring by having the jeweler customize it according to your preference. A custom ring is as meaningful as it is beautiful to you.
Consider the shape and setting.
The shape is the diamond center stone’s shape which can be square, oval, round, princess, emerald, etc. The ring’s setting can be modern, vintage-inspired, classic, unique, etc., which impacts its style.
Know the precious metals
The common precious metals for engagement rings include platinum, white gold, yellow gold, rose gold, and silver.
The final words
There isn’t a right amount to spend when it comes to engagement rings. If you can afford an expensive one, well and good. Otherwise, spend what you can afford. Again, you can always upgrade the engagement ring much later.
