So you are ready to sweep your girlfriend off to some romantic spot, get down on one knee and ask her to spend the rest of your lives together? You have it all planned out - the love ballad that'll play during the candlelight dinner, the sweet walk down the beach or the fairytale carriage ride. You even have the actual proposal mapped out and rehearsed over and over again. The one thing you don't have is the most important thing - that diamond engagement ring.
There are 4C's when it comes to purchasing the right diamond ring for you and your fiance. These C's are - cut, carat, color and clarity. The right combination of the four can offer you a high-budget look, even if you don't have an actual high budget. Cut is really the most important of the four. It is what affects the beauty (that sparkle and shine you want) and cost (not to mention the durability) of a diamond engagement ring more than any of the other 4C's. Know that diamond shape and diamond cut are not the same thing - be aware of the difference before going out to shop for that ring.
But there's more to picking out the right diamond than just the 4C's. You also need to consider the setting you plan to place the diamond in. Most engagement rings have the prong or claw setting. It is the most common one, however even the prong setting comes in various looks and designs. There are also bezel settings, channel settings, invisible settings, eternity rings ... study the pros and cons of different settings so that you can pick the best one to will fit your fiance's lifestyle.
The band metal is also an important thing to think about. Platinum is a solid favorite for most diamond engagement rings. The durable metal has a great white luster that nicely compliments the diamond. However, it is a rare metal, meaning you'll be paying more for it. White gold is another good option if you need to save money, but if you're girl loves yellow then go with the traditional gold band.
Diamonds are truly forever. And while we all see the brilliant luminance of the traditional colorless diamonds, you may want to consider a colorful diamond in your engagement ring as an alternative. These vivid diamonds have their own special "4Cs" that you'll have to be aware of when shopping. Colorful diamonds are becoming more and more popular, offering a very fetching look on engagement rings. Just because they are colorful doesn't mean they aren't natural. In fact, natural diamonds come in shades and combinations such as blue, brown, pink, orange, purple, yellow, red and green.
As you get to know your girlfriend, or as you're shopping for the right ring, you may also realize that a diamond engagement ring isn't the best choice for you. You can consider combining diamond with other gemstones (based on her birthstone, or a gem she seems to admire or wear a lot), or you could do without diamonds all together. Sapphires are a very popular choice when it comes to diamond alternatives.
To add to the romance and sentimental nature of your proposal, you should consider getting your diamond engagement ring engraved. When people look at rings, they tend to oogle at the jewel for a while and then instantly look inside to see if there is an inscription. If there is (and even if all it says is Jon + Kate 4Eva) there will be lots more of ooh-ing and ahh-ing that will make your fiance tingle with joy. The ring will be a cherished object in her life until death does you two part, so having some inscription can be an added reminder of your love. Most people simply include names, but you could be creative and think of a phrase from a poem, song, religious writings or from your experience as lovers.
As you make the decision to buy that perfect engagement ring, don't be fooled into thinking that the cost of the ring equals the amount of love you have for a woman. Know what you can afford, and that there are many high-quality options for diamond engagement rings that will fit within any budget. The standard rule of thumb when spending money on an engagement ring is about two months salary. But, what is more important than how much you spend is that you pick out the perfect diamond for the very special woman within your life.
Joseph Giordano has sold antique furniture and antique jewelry for the past 5 years. He has an interest in diamond jewelry from the different antique periods and keeps abreast of the industry through various books and antique shows he frequents. To learn more about diamond engagement rings, please visit us at http://www.diamondguideinfo.com/Diamond-Engagement-Ring.html and learn the latest tips on finding the best quality antique and contemporary diamond jewelry at the best possible prices.
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