In addition to buying a house and a car, the ring is one of the biggest purchases in your life. But for many guys, going to a jewellery store is like a maze. There are so many things you can do wrong and so many questions to ask. Fear not, this guide will help you put all the dice together and choose the right one.
Budget
Before you enter the store, set a clear budget. This is very important for the ring because you have to be realistic about what you can afford. Be smart and buy what makes sense for your financial situation.
Find the right style
Finding her style in-ring design can be easy if you take a look at her jewellery box. Take a look at her style of dress, lifestyle and work, and determine what is appropriate for her. The next time you pass a goldsmith, try to catch where her gaze falls, what kind of ring. If all of this fails, eventually include her in the ring selection as well, but know the surprise factor then fails.
Short lesson…
…about four-diamond criteria. Diamonds are evaluated according to four criteria: Cut, colour, weight and clarity. Balancing between these four criteria will help you find the right stone within your budget. The cut should be unconfused with the shape, it defines how well the diamond will shine when it is hit by light. Investing in this criterion is the most important because the greater the shine, the greater the vitality of your diamond.
The colour
The colour of the diamond is evaluated on a scale starting with D (colourless) and ending with Z (canary yellow or brown shade). Colour does not mean quality, only that rare diamonds change the price. Going through the colour scale each time will leave you a space in your budget to invest in key areas, like clipping and size.
Shape matters
The shape has a big impact on the purchase of a diamond. Round shapes are market leaders. Pillow cuts (rounded corners with larger aspects) and princess cuts (square or rectangular) are the next most popular. But don’t let trends be your driving force in shopping. The shape should be a reflection of the girl wearing it. Round cuts are definitely traditional, princess cuts are very feminine, but pillow cuts are for someone who deserves much more.
Some of the alternatives are oval as well as emerald cuts (a square piece with 72 aspects).
Protect your investment
Since the ring is something she will wear forever, you need to make sure it is protected and checked. This option includes obtaining an insurance policy.