subject: Cz Rings For Graduation [print this page] Christmas is just around the corner and if youre a senior in high school then you probably have a few things in mind as giftsincluding the coveted class ring. The end of the year arrives faster than you think and consequently the end of an important chapter in a childs life. Graduation from high school is a significant rite of passage for all adolescentsespecially American adolescents. Americans put a bigger emphasis on the high school graduation. In light of the high significance we place on the occasion, Graduation brings with it a lot of traditions. These traditions include the purchase of a class ring. In my day there were only a few standard options available for class rings. The boy styles were all pretty similar and the womens ring was still very masculine. Today, there are so many options for men and women. The styles range from traditional to modern and can be personalized in detail. The metals also vary from lower priced metals sterling to more pricy metals like platinum. You can even get diamonds set in your class ring if you so choose! In todays culture where we like to capitalize off every opportunity, class ring companies have expanded their product lines to incorporate more than just rings. Now you can buy all sorts of commemorative items like class bracelets, necklaces, key chains, earrings, pens, magnets, t-shirts, and much much more.
A few of my high school friends chose to have diamonds placed into their rings, but most opted to purchase cubic zirconia rings. The great thing about cz rings is the price. They are much more affordable than diamonds or any other precious stone for that matter. The gems still look sparkly and real for a fraction of the cost. I recommend cz rings for class rings and any other commemorative occasion including engagement rings and anniversary rings.
If you are no longer a high school student, but you never got the chance to buy a class ring, its not too late. You can still buy yourself a class ring personalized with your graduation year, high school, and name engraved. You can pick the cut of the jewel, the ring style, the metal, the warrantee, etc. Class rings are not a huge fashion trend. In fact, few people continue to wear their high school class rings past college. However, they commemorate an important chapter in a persons life and for a short time have very great value to the wearer. I remember that senior year I just had to have a class ring. I was going to die if I didnt buy one. Everyone was buying them and I too wanted to remember those four years (and be like everyone else). If you are considering buying a high school ring for yourself or perhaps for your child remember that while they can be pricy, you can cut the price in half by choosing a modest design, a cheaper durable metal like sterling silver, and a cubic zirconia setting.
