Diamond Engagement Rings - Planning the Ring
cheap tiffany jewelryEngagement
rings are one of the most difficult purchases for any man. For those
who are planning a surprise proposal, there is a wealth of information
that needs to be considered. This information can be broken down and
easily digested, to give the prospective purchaser that little bit
extra help when it comes to finding the right engagement ring. Men love
specifications. It is a fact. Diamond rings are one of those products
that offer a wealth of specifications, making it something of a project
than just a purchase for many men. Any man who researches a stereo or a
phone before buying will no doubt adopt the same strategy here. A few
guidelines will help in this process.
Ring Size - This is something that many men will feel like giving up at the same hurdle. Fear not though. Ring size can be found with a little detective work. Try to find a ring that your girlfriend wears on the corresponding third finger. This will provide the best idea. Either take it to a jeweler to be measured, or measure the inner diameter. Online conversion charts will help translate this into her size. If you need to guess, then consider her build. Does she have slim fingers? Relaying this information to the jeweler will no doubt offer some hints on where to pitch the size. If you get things wrong, it is not the end of the world. I have personally found that a free initial resize takes all the worry away from this problem, if the ring is a little large or small when it arrives.tiffany earrings
Metal Color - This is something you really should know her preference on if you have been listening. For those of you, who have not; look at any other items she wears. Are they yellow gold or white gold? Chances are, she will want to wear her engagement ring with these items. A compromise can be found in engagement rings that combine a yellow gold shank with a white gold setting. Platinum is one of the best settings for diamonds. Although expensive, this metal retains its whiteness throughout its life and is the most luxurious of the precious metals available.
Ring Style - If you are in doubt, simple solitaire engagement rings are always a winner. Variations of fancy shaped diamonds allow you to find something a little different, yet still with a classic feel. Four claw settings offer a contemporary feel, whereas six or eight claw settings are more traditional. One of the classic timeless styles has to be the Tiffany setting, which originated as a platinum 6 claw setting in a very simple style. This gained popularity from its simplicity with security for the stone allowing the diamond to be shown off whilst the onlooker suffered no distraction from the surrounding ringtiffany bracelet.
Three stone diamond engagement rings are becoming more and more popular these days, and the combinations of diamond shapes and size variations provide a wealth of different styles for such rings.
Diamond Quality - This is where the ring suddenly becomes extremely technical. It is worth researching a little about diamond color and clarity. White diamonds are graded by how white the stone is. Some stones have yellow hints of varying intensity. The very best color is graded "D". As you move down the alphabet to "J" we start to see very subtly yellow tints creeping in. When we reach "L-M" this becomes quite noticeable. The problem is, if you opt for the best colors, "D-E-F" you will pay a premium. Therefore, if you try to aim for diamonds around "G" to "I" color, you will be certain to have a white diamond. Clarity also needs consideration. Diamonds are also graded on the presence or lack of small marks in the diamond. The best diamonds are flawless. VVS1 and 2 represent diamonds that are extremely clear with any marks very hard to see even under a microscope. VS1 and 2 are also very clear. In fact, it is only when we reach P1 (I1) that marks become slightly noticeable. I would generally advise to keep to SI clarity, which by definition should not have any marks visible with the naked eye. In particularly large diamonds, these marks may be slightly visible however. The cut of diamond is also important when looking at engagement rings. Try to ensure that the diamond is close to the typical measurements for the weight (mm size charts are found online.) A good or very good cut will ensure that the stone handles light well. Expect to pay a premium for ideal cut diamond engagement rings.
With a little research, you will no doubt find a perfect engagement ring. One final word of advice would be regarding timescale. Remember to leave plenty of time, ideally at least 2-3 weeks to order your ring, since many are made to your requirements and undergo several stages whilst being madetiffany rings.
Ring Size - This is something that many men will feel like giving up at the same hurdle. Fear not though. Ring size can be found with a little detective work. Try to find a ring that your girlfriend wears on the corresponding third finger. This will provide the best idea. Either take it to a jeweler to be measured, or measure the inner diameter. Online conversion charts will help translate this into her size. If you need to guess, then consider her build. Does she have slim fingers? Relaying this information to the jeweler will no doubt offer some hints on where to pitch the size. If you get things wrong, it is not the end of the world. I have personally found that a free initial resize takes all the worry away from this problem, if the ring is a little large or small when it arrives.tiffany earrings
Metal Color - This is something you really should know her preference on if you have been listening. For those of you, who have not; look at any other items she wears. Are they yellow gold or white gold? Chances are, she will want to wear her engagement ring with these items. A compromise can be found in engagement rings that combine a yellow gold shank with a white gold setting. Platinum is one of the best settings for diamonds. Although expensive, this metal retains its whiteness throughout its life and is the most luxurious of the precious metals available.
Ring Style - If you are in doubt, simple solitaire engagement rings are always a winner. Variations of fancy shaped diamonds allow you to find something a little different, yet still with a classic feel. Four claw settings offer a contemporary feel, whereas six or eight claw settings are more traditional. One of the classic timeless styles has to be the Tiffany setting, which originated as a platinum 6 claw setting in a very simple style. This gained popularity from its simplicity with security for the stone allowing the diamond to be shown off whilst the onlooker suffered no distraction from the surrounding ringtiffany bracelet.
Three stone diamond engagement rings are becoming more and more popular these days, and the combinations of diamond shapes and size variations provide a wealth of different styles for such rings.
Diamond Quality - This is where the ring suddenly becomes extremely technical. It is worth researching a little about diamond color and clarity. White diamonds are graded by how white the stone is. Some stones have yellow hints of varying intensity. The very best color is graded "D". As you move down the alphabet to "J" we start to see very subtly yellow tints creeping in. When we reach "L-M" this becomes quite noticeable. The problem is, if you opt for the best colors, "D-E-F" you will pay a premium. Therefore, if you try to aim for diamonds around "G" to "I" color, you will be certain to have a white diamond. Clarity also needs consideration. Diamonds are also graded on the presence or lack of small marks in the diamond. The best diamonds are flawless. VVS1 and 2 represent diamonds that are extremely clear with any marks very hard to see even under a microscope. VS1 and 2 are also very clear. In fact, it is only when we reach P1 (I1) that marks become slightly noticeable. I would generally advise to keep to SI clarity, which by definition should not have any marks visible with the naked eye. In particularly large diamonds, these marks may be slightly visible however. The cut of diamond is also important when looking at engagement rings. Try to ensure that the diamond is close to the typical measurements for the weight (mm size charts are found online.) A good or very good cut will ensure that the stone handles light well. Expect to pay a premium for ideal cut diamond engagement rings.
With a little research, you will no doubt find a perfect engagement ring. One final word of advice would be regarding timescale. Remember to leave plenty of time, ideally at least 2-3 weeks to order your ring, since many are made to your requirements and undergo several stages whilst being madetiffany rings.
Par hwbdeboke le vendredi 17 juin 2011
Commentaires
Il n'y a aucun commentaire sur cet article.