Finding the ideal engagement ring might be difficult with so many ring styles and jewelry retailers to pick from. You want to make sure you’re doing it properly because it’s one of the biggest purchases you’ll ever make. Not only because this purchase might be pretty expensive, but also because you want your sweetheart to adore it as much as you do.
Don’t worry if you are beginning to feel overwhelmed about beginning your quest for the ideal representation of your love and devotion. We’ve made an easy-to-use buying guide for engagement rings to make the whole process less stressful. Here is all of the information you need to buy a diamond ring perfect for your loved one.
Where to Buy a Diamond Ring
Understand the 4Cs: Cut, Carat, Clarity, and Color
You’ve probably heard of the “Four Cs,” the official diamond grading system that has become more popular. Here’s a quick breakdown of what each “C” stands for and how you may utilize that information to get the greatest diamond for your budget.
Cut
When we say “cut,” we don’t mean “shape.” Instead, we’re talking about a diamond’s brilliance, and this phrase only applies to round brilliant diamonds. Cuts are rated from good to poor based on how closely they match the ideal proportions of a round brilliant diamond.
Carat
Diamonds are measured or weighed in carats. A typical diamond in an engagement ring weighs one carat.
Clarity
Even stones that appear flawless might include inclusions, which are imperfections. These are minute black or white flecks or lines that naturally develop as the diamond develops in the soil over millions of years. Clarity is assessed according to the quantity, severity, and location of these minute flaws. The higher the clarity, the fewer, smaller, and less noticeable the inclusions.
Color
Although diamonds come in a variety of colors, the most valuable ones are colorless. Color is rated on a scale from D—no color, the most expensive—all the way down to Z, which is obviously yellowish. So-called fancy colors, including pink, yellow, and chocolate, have gained popularity recently. For those, a stone’s worth increases with color saturation.
Choose Your Shape
Your personal style should be reflected in the kind of diamond you select (plus, it will kick off your ring stack options). Here is a basic rundown of the most common shapes:
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