How to shop for a Diamond Engagement Ring
Shopping for an engagement ring is exciting. This is going to be one of the most special times in your life, after all you are choosing a symbol of your love for the person you are committing to spend your life with. Most people come in thinking they can just walk out with a ring they like, but in reality there are some things you should consider before buying an engagement ring.
These are the top things to know when shopping for an engagement ring:
Have a budget: It is important to be clear about how much money you can afford to spend. We want you to be comfortable about your purchase. Shopping around and looking at engagement ring prices will help you to understand how much you need to budget.
Find a Trusted Jeweler: In today’s world, we are used to the ease of purchasing online. With this purchase though, we urge you to find a jeweler you can trust, who is an expert in selling diamonds and precious metals. As you look through the selection of engagement rings, you can see the size, cut and brilliance of the diamonds. You will get the care and expertise needed to help you with this important purchase. Have your jeweler explain the 4 Cs - Cut, Clarity, Carat Weight and Color of the diamonds.
Choose the Shape and Size of the Center Diamond: There are a variety of diamond shapes, also known as the Cut. From oval, round, and pear, to marquis, radiant and emerald cuts, they are all beautiful in their own unique way. Next, what size diamond is best? Diamonds are measured in carat weight. Diamond weight may also be referred to in points. A point is equal to 1/100 of a carat, so a 75 point diamond equals 0.75 carat.
What Kind of Mounting - Solitaire or Fancy? A solitaire engagement ring has just one center diamond. A fancy setting includes diamonds around the center diamond. These additional diamonds can be the same cut (shape) or not.
Decide on Lab-Grown or Mined Diamonds: Today we have the option of purchasing either lab-grown diamonds or mined diamonds. Lab-grown diamonds are real diamonds - identical in chemical, physical, and optical properties to those formed naturally beneath the earth. Our staff at Jewels and Gems can help you understand the difference and help you choose which diamond is best for you - ethically created lab diamonds, or conflict free mined diamonds. If you aren’t interested in diamonds, there are other precious stones to choose from as well, such as rubies, emeralds, and sapphires.
What Metal Type? Gold comes in yellow, white and rose colors. Yellow and white being the most popular. Platinum is another option which is similar in color to white gold. Platinum is rarer, stronger and more durable than gold, which also makes it more expensive.
Now you are ready to shop for the perfect engagement ring. Come on by the store to see our unique selection of engagement rings.
We are here to help make your dreams come true!