The Lowdown On Buying A Diamond Engagement Ring

Diamonds are a girl's best friends especially if that is the same girl you have proposed to and promised to marry. A diamond engagement ring is but fitting to symbolize your commitment.

If you have your eyes on a ring then you have to learn the basic tips when choosing a diamond so that you and your fianc?will end up happy after the purchase and even after the wedding. These stones can last the test of time and can even outlive the test of love. Follow the 4Cs when buying to ensure you purchase a stone suitable for you.

Carat

How heavy your diamond is will depend on its carat. Of course, the heavier you want it to be the more money you have to shell out. Every carat of diamond is equal to a hundred points but the larger ones are rare and command a very expensive price tag. You can choose the smaller ones and it wouldn't make any difference for the girl you love unless she counts your devotion by the carat.

Clarity

How clear is your stone? In most cases, you will know if it's a fake you are buying if you place it beside a genuine stone because the latter will be clearer. A gem classified as FL or flawless is a prize to behold. However, only a gemologist who has the proper tools can examine a diamond's exact clarity.

Color

Diamonds can be classified from light yellow, near colorless to colorless. A colorless one (if you can get hold of that one) is a rare gem. However, a trained eye can only determine such differences in color. There are also fancy stones that come in red, blue, pink, green or canary yellow and they command the same price as the nearly colorless ones.

Cut

A stone that has been cut by an experienced craftsman will have more value and appeal. Only a master craftsman can precisely cut a gem in a way that will allow its sparkling beauty to be released.

The four Cs are the essential guide to choosing a perfect diamond engagement ring. However, most people look at its shape and base their decision on that. If you like the shape then make sure you check the 4Cs first before deciding on a purchase.

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