subject: A Diamond Engagement Ring For Less [print this page] One of the most important purchases that many men are faced with these days is that of the diamond engagement ring. It is a very important purchase on many levels, not least because of the huge amount of sentimental value that is invested in it. Of course, the monetary value of wedding engagement rings is determined by the size and carat of the diamond, its colour and its clarity and the purity and weight of the gold that makes up the ring is also important. These valuations and the retailers margin of profit are reflected in the price that the purchaser has to pay.
Diamonds have been the symbol of love and eternity as well as power for many centuries, because of their hardiness. In fact, diamonds were thought to possess magical properties in ancient times because they were virtually indestructible. It was believed that wearing a diamond in to battle would protect the wearer from serious harm.
A diamond ring was first used as a sign of betrothal more than five hundred years ago, but it wasnt a sparkling cut gem that was used it was a diamond that was still in its natural crystalline state. The lucky recipient was Mary of Burgundy, who married the Archduke Maximillian of Austria on the 18th of August 1477.
The advantage of being an Archduke is that you dont have to worry about how much a diamond ring is going to cost, but these days, those of less aristocratic blood stock among us will have to keep an eye on our spending and ensure that we are getting the very best value for our limited amount of money. That is why wholesale diamond engagement rings are an important option to consider. Purchasing wholesale means that the price mark-up imposed by the retailers so that they can make a profit is greatly reduced or removed.
Wholesale engagements rings offer a practical solution for those of us who are not lucky enough to be born into a wealthy family. It is important, however, to make sure of the validity of a company offering wholesale diamonds before parting with any money up front. Genuine sellers of wholesale diamonds are able to offer such good value because they have made a conscious decision to remove the middle man from the transaction, thus saving a great deal of money in overheads and these savings are passed directly on to the customer.
