Engagement & Wedding Ring Guide

The trends today scream for engagement and wedding rings. Therefore, guys have to do this mountainous task of finding something suitable for his lady love. Buying is easy but when it is for the female population things become very baffling. This becomes even more difficult since it should be a product which is supposed to be cherished for a lifetime. Here are a few guidelines which help you to find the right gift.

Jeweller

Find a jeweller which provides quality and varied selection. Having a returns policy from your jeweller will give you added advantage. Definitely check for a diamond certificate which states about the quality of the diamond you are purchasing.

The Metal

Choosing the metal can be quite the task since all are good options.

Platinum – This is a strong, enduring and lasts a lifetime type of metal. Platinum is composed of 95% platinum and 5% other alloys which are also pure. This is rarer than gold and an expensive precious metal. This is the strongest precious metal which is resistant to damage, does not wear away easily, platinum is hypoallergenic, develops a satin finish, and has the highest level of purity.

Gold – Gold is the oldest and classic metal for jewellery. It has been used for jewellery in various forms of purity. If you want pure gold you should have 24 karat gold. Gold is less expensive than platinum but is the second best and highly cherished. This is a soft metal which is easy to polish and repair. Gold is highly resistant to rust and tarnishing.

Palladium – This is again a very high purity metal which is composed of 95% palladium and 5% other alloys. This is a little less expensive than platinum but offers great value. Palladium is highly strong but lighter than platinum. Palladium is naturally white and very easy to polish and repair. Palladium just like gold is resistant to oxidation, corrosion, and tarnishing. Palladium is also hypoallergenic just like gold. The best property that general people should like is that Palladium is scratch-resistant.

Like you, diamonds are unique, but with the right information – from shape to size to the 4Cs – you'll be able to spend your budget on the diamond qualities that are most important to you.

Choosing the Diamond

Choosing the right diamond has many variations and combinations but if some piece appeals to you a lot you should buy it. The certificate of diamond will give you information about the 4Cs of that diamond. The cut, colour, carat and clarity are important factors while choosing your diamond. Odd carats like 0.95 will be cheaper than the perfect 1.0 carat stone. Very small inclusions which give the stone a lower clarity and price cannot be seen with naked eye. Stones with these categories of inclusions can be bought without second thought.

Ring Size

Get the ring size right the first time to avoid unnecessary hassle. Ask her family and friends for her ring size. Many guides are available on the net to check online too but visiting the store for a perfect size is better.

Wedding Ring

Wedding rings are normally bought in pairs. Visit the jeweller together to choose these types of rings. In this case both of you should like the ring as a pair as you will wear it for a long time or even a lifetime.