Crucial Opinons On Choosing The Perfect Diamond Engagement Ring
Crucial Opinons On Choosing The Perfect Diamond Engagement Ring
Choosing a Diamond Engagement Ring
Before you buy a diamond engagement ring, take time to really understand the quality factors known as the 4Cs--color, clarity, cut, carat-so you feel comfortable juggling them to get just the right combination for you. Knowing how to juggle the 4Cs can enable you to achieve a high-budget look at a reasonable price
"Unbreakable","Unalterable",and "Untamed" were some of the earliest words used to describe the world's most precious gemstone: The Diamond. The everlasting properties of these remarkable natural-occurring gems are what make them the top choice for diamond engagement rings. Buying an engagement ring is an important event for you and your fiance, and choosing the right diamond is key. Should you go for a larger diamond or choose a smaller stone of higher quality? Is color an important consideration? How does the cut affect the stone? Is a solitaire diamond best, or is a ring with sidestones a better choice?
As our customer we invite you to take a few moments to become familiar with how diamonds are graded for quality. The following section contains all the information you need in order to wisely select a quality diamond. Please view the following internet video made by well-known educational and research institution GIA (Gemological Institute of America) on how diamonds are professionally graded for color, clarity, cut, and carat weight (a.k.a. the *4Cs):
*Being familiar with the 4Cs can enable you to achieve a high-budget look at a reasonable price.
Now that you have learned about the "Four Cs" of diamond grading let's have a look at each of these factors in more detail: CUT
The first and most important thing to look for when selecting a diamond is the cut. Not to be confused with "Shape"(ie. Round, Square, Oval etc.), Cut determines a diamond's brilliance. A rough diamond is cut and polished until the best look is achieved. The Ideal Cut is one that will reflect the maximum amount of light entering the diamond and cause that brilliant sparkle that diamonds are known for. This cut is rare, and the cost of a diamond with an ideal cut will be significantly higher. Some people prefer to buy a larger diamond regardless of it's cut. Other shoppers may simply want a diamond with the best color. These differing factors partly explain why not all diamonds are an ideal cut. Many gemologists consider cut the most important diamond characteristic because even if a diamond has perfect color and clarity, a diamond with a poor cut will have dulled brilliance. The width and depth have the greatest effect on how light travels within the diamond, and how it exits in the form of brilliance. Each facet should be precisely cut while maintaining good symmetry and polish of the diamond.
If a Diamond is cut..
Too Deep: Light entering from the top escapes out the sides causing the diamond to appear dark and dull.
Too Shallow: Light entering from the top is lost out the bottom causing the diamond to lose brilliance.
Ideal: Light will enter the diamond directly from the top and bounce effectively off of each facet within the diamond then return back through the top creating a brilliant sparkling effect.
Consider the various Cut Grades:
Ideal Cut: Maximum light reflection, superior proportions, showcases the true beauty of a diamond, very rare, expensive.
Excellent Cut: Higher grade with great symmetry and light reflection, more available than ideal cut and less expensive.
Very Good Cut: The most common cut, reflects slightly less light then the EX (Excellent) Cut, moderately priced.
Fair Cut: A step lower than the VG (Very Good) Cut, slightly below-average brightness, most affordable cut.
Poor Cut: These diamonds are highly undesirable due to their dark appearance and low value.
*Grading certificates will show the key diamond measurements in relation to cut as well as other important information.
Once you have chosen a cut grade that fits your preference and your budget, the most difficult selection criteria is done. Let's make the next selection: Color.
About: Shenoa & Co. Founded in 1980, SHENOA & CO. is one of the fastest growing online retailers of certified diamonds and fine jewelry.
SHENOA & CO. Online is built on a simple idea: purchasing quality diamond jewelry does not have to be an expensive event.
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