Engagement Ring Guide

Getting engaged is one of the most significant moments in life, and thus it is important to find the perfect engagement ring. There are a lot of gorgeous engagement rings. Perhaps a diamond cutter with experience in the diamond industry can help you, or you prefer to pick a diamond ring on your own. Either way, diamonds are really a perfect solution for your engagement.

Learning how to choose the rings for this big occasion can be daunting. Things that need to be taken into consideration include the ring setting, metal type, and the shape of the diamond.

 Here are the top five things you need to know before you buy your engagement ring :

1. Develop an ideal of what you are looking for:  You will never find a ring if you do not know what type of ring you are looking for. Before embarking on the daunting process of finding the perfect engagement ring, develop an idea of the engagement ring you want to purchase. To get an idea, take a look at the jewelry your partner currently wears. Consider:

- What type of metals do they prefer?

- What shape of gemstones or diamonds do they have?

- What is in their jewelry box?

2 If you are buying a designer engagement ring, be sure to verify with the designer's website or corporate office that the retailer is authorized to sell their rings. Beware of any retailer who offers to mark-down the price off the suggested retail price listed on the designer's website as this could be a red-flag that the retailer isn't authorized and therefore the designer will not likely back up any warranty claims or product defects in the future.

3 You should inspect the center diamond loose, out of the setting. A reputable store will show you the loose diamond under 10x magnification and point out all characteristics (including flaws) as noted on the certificate. Make sure the diamond is weighed in front of you and compare with the carat weight shown on the certificate, and also look at the diamond under proper lighting conditions. The store should offer to show you different diamonds to compare, in different price ranges, so you can select the best diamond that best fits your budget.

4 Only buy from a business that has been in operation for at least 10 years and can back up anything they sell with a 30 day money back guarantee and a lifetime diamond warranty. An "A" or better rating with the Better Business Bureau should also be considered when you are shopping around.

5 Buy with your eyes, not with your ears. A salesperson should help you find the diamond and ring that is perfect for YOU and that fits into YOUR budget. If a salesperson tries to coerce you to buy a ring because it's on sale, or tells you "this is the last one and might not be here if you don't buy it today" exit the store immediately. When you find the ring that is exactly what you want, and the diamond sparkles just the way you imagined, you'll know it's the perfect ring for you.


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