Things You Need To Consider Before Buying an Engagement Ring
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An engagement ring is the most important piece
of jewellery in a person’s life. It is a symbol of the start of something new,
and it bears huge sentimental value. While buying an engagement ring, one has
to be extremely cautious as he or she will be buying it to last a lifetime and
not just for a short time.
It is essential to buy an engagement ring that
is of high quality, durable, and stylish. While these are the basic things to
look for while buying an engagement ring, you need to consider some other factors.
Here is a list of some easy-to-follow tips to ensure you have a good buying
experience and choose the perfect engagement ring for yourself or your partner.
Learn the 4 C’s
No, we are not advising you to learn some
programming language but the 4cs of diamonds. It is important for everyone on
an engagement ring buying journey to have a basic
understanding of the 4Cs - cut, colour, clarity and carat. Although you’ll find
plenty of information on the 4Cs on jewellery websites, and some e-commerce
stores have them too, but here’s a simple gist of what the 4Cs are:-
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Colour: Diamonds are graded on their colour.
The rating scale is from D to Z. D notifies that a diamond is colourless, while
Z is said to have a slight tinge of colour. Colourless diamonds are rare, and
hence more expensive than their compatriots.
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Cut: The way a diamond is cut and the number
of facets it has affects how well light reflects off its surface.
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Clarity: Clarity of a diamond is a grading
that sees the number of inclusions and blemishes it has.
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Carat: This is the weight of the diamond which
determines its size.
Pay attention to the stone shape
Engagement rings come with different jewellery
stones. These stones are available in different shapes, sizes, and colours.
When buying an engagement ring, you want to make sure that the stone you
purchase looks good and fits well on your partner’s and your finger. That being
said, round stones on engagement rings are extremely popular.
Plan a budget
We’re not going to lie, engagement rings are
expensive. There are a ton of beautiful engagement rings out there and you may
be tempted to go overboard while investing in them. Adding to the misery of the
buying experience is pushy sales staff that persuade you to purchase expensive
rings. Be mindful of your budget and stick to it. When you go to the store to
buy an engagement ring, ask the salesman or saleswoman to show you engagement
rings that are within your budget.
The Setting
While it is important to focus on the 4Cs and
the shape of the stone, pay attention to the setting of the stones on the ring.
The first thing you need to look at is whether the stone stands out, after all,
it is your big day and you want people to compliment the ring you’ll be
wearing. Choosing slightly different settings can add a striking look to your
jewel. For example, a bezel setting on a round stone can be beautiful.
Place of purchase
In a world of making money, some jewellery
sellers can sometimes pull a fast one and sell you duplicate or imitation
jewellery as diamond engagement rings. It is therefore important to do your
research well, and only after you’ve gathered enough information, go to buy the
ring. Preferably, buy a ring from a trusted source, you could ask friends or
family suggestions or shop at one of the large jewellery chain stores. They’ve got huge
reputations to maintain and are less likely to cheat you. It is also important
to ask for all jewellery certifications while buying engagement rings.
Certifications show that the jewellery is authentic and original.
Author Bio :
Aradhana is a Lifestyle and
Fashion blogger from Delhi, India. She is known for writing articles on various
categories like lifestyle, fashion, health, digital
marketing and business. She has
more than 100+ publications from reputable sites like Sheknows, Elephant
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