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When it comes to simplicity, sophistication and elegance, nothing can beat the grandeur of diamond stud earrings. For a woman of all occasions, diamond stud earrings are among the most versatile and must-have pieces of jewelry. But diamond jewelry, even the little studs you are considering, cost money. Here's a quick guide to help you buy the best pair of earrings at affordable rates.
1.The first thing is to set a budget. You must aspire to buy within your budget, the 4 C's notwithstanding! A hard act to follow, but that's the wisest way of going about it.
2.Next, you must consider the 4 C's Carat, Color, Clarity and Cut. The diamond that offers you the best in all these departments will undoubtedly cost the earth! If you are on a budget, you must consider 2 C's instead of 4 Carat and Cut. By focusing on these factors, you can buy a bigger diamond that sparkles more. Besides, a diamond that is rated high for color and clarity is simply rarer (and hence more expensive) than the others not necessarily more brilliant. So, it does not make sense to spend money just so you can have the personal satisfaction of wearing a rare piece. You can get excellent diamond stud earrings at great prices if you compromise on color and clarity slightly.
3.Make a list of the diamond stud earrings you intend to buy. Compare the options based on Clarity, Cut, style and price. Clarity is important and a diamond that ranks 11, 12 or 13 is obviously flawed and must be avoided. However, you can buy any diamond that is eye-clean' or rated S12 or higher.
4.Finally, it is time to consider the price of the diamond stud earrings. Price comes last in our list because it makes little sense to buy a cheap diamond and regret your purchase for the rest of your life. Items like these are precious and rare and must be bought for their beauty, brilliance and magnificence!
The price of diamond stud earrings will depend on the number of diamonds and the size and cut of the diamonds. So, if you are on a budget, you need to make a compromise here.
Two of the most popular settings for diamond stud earrings are the 4-prong and the 3-prong martini styles. Of these, the 4-prong style is the most common and the most comfortable for diamonds, particularly large ones. This setting shows the least amount of metal and exhibits the brilliance of the diamond completely.
Just as important as the setting is the setting at the back of the studs. Screwing on the back of the earring secures it nicely to the ear and prevents the loss of the stud. Friction backs are also common.
