April 15, 2011
What other gift could be as unique and precious as a piece of diamond jewellery presented to that one special person in your life, or even as a treat for yourself.
The two most common items of diamond jewellery are:
- Diamond Earrings
- Diamond Engagement Rings
Diamond earrings
Selecting a diamond earring is a process which requires one to be aware about diamonds. One needs to keep in mind four points that are clarity, cut, carat and colour. The fewer flaws in the diamond the better it is. The flaws are generally inside the diamond and often unseen to the naked eye. The clearer and whiter the diamond, the better it is. The style and the quality of the diamond is the cut of the diamond. Carat is the measuring unit of the diamond, they are weighed in carats.
Diamond Engagement Rings
The diamond engagement ring is a symbol of a lasting relationship. While choosing the ring, it is beneficial to know the taste and choice of your girl. There are a large variety of ring metals on offer from gold to platinum. There are various styles like vintage, classic or modern looking diamond rings which are available.
April 7, 2011
From time immemorial, that phrase has been used ‘diamonds are a girls best friend’. They are considered to be a girl’s best friend as it is one of the things that make every woman’s face light up.
The one perfect gift for that special woman in your life is diamonds. Diamonds are a symbol of beauty and romance. They are one of the rarest gemstones. Diamonds are a sign of love and commitment. The best and most versatile diamonds are white diamonds which match with any colour or any style of outfit worn.
One of the best qualities of a real diamond is that it is virtually indestructible so it never fades and will never get damaged. It is an eternal beauty, thus a diamond is forever.
Being one of the most precious and beautiful stones, they are rare in nature. A woman always goes for diamonds of the best quality.
Diamonds are a symbol of love that when presented to a woman by her man proves that he cares for her. The purchase of a diamond is a practical and long-lasting investment.
February 24, 2011
A diamond stud is an earring which has a diamond or diamonds in the centre and it could have any precious metal like gold, silver or platinum as the base.
There is a wide variety of diamond studs available. If you are unable to get the diamond stud of your choice then you can get a diamond stud customised according to your taste and choice.
The best part about getting a customised diamond stud is that one can choose the base metal of one’s choice. To a layman, all diamonds may seem to look alike, but it is not so. Each diamond is different from the other. In the same way, all diamond studs may look quite similar but they are very different from one another.
To determine the value of the diamond in the diamond studs the four factors which you need to be keep in mind are clarity, cut, colour and carat.
The purity of the diamond is proven by its clarity; the colour of the diamond comes from the nature, the cut which brings out the beauty of the diamond is by the skill of an experienced artisan. The carat is the weight measuring unit for diamonds.
The cut is the main factor which determines the look of the diamond. It is the work of a very skilled and experienced artisan to make the diamond look beautiful with a proper shape and cut given. Therefore it is important to get a good jeweller who can be trusted and will provide the best quality of diamonds with the perfect cut.
February 7, 2011
If you want to buy a diamond ring for someone special, you will have to do a bit of research, compare the prices and then buy the diamond solitaire ring that fits in with your budget.
Diamond solitaire rings are the most stylish and classy. There is a varied collection of styles which include basket diamond engagement rings, trellis diamond engagement rings, cathedral diamond engagement rings, bezel set diamond engagement rings and of course the Tiffany classic diamond solitaire rings.
Look for antique style engagement rings and antique looking diamond rings if you want a unique diamond engagement ring. There are some couples who prefer designing their own unique diamond engagement rings.
When buying a diamond solitaire ring, certified diamonds are always a better choice. When you buy a certified diamond, you can be sure about the quality of the diamond and these certified diamonds can easily be accepted by the insurance companies.
February 3, 2011
A diamond is a striking gemstone. Diamonds are considered to be a woman’s best friend. Diamond engagement rings symbolize a couple’s love for each other. Gold (white or yellow), palladium or platinum are the metals used to make diamond rings. Gold is the most traditional metal, which is a symbol of warmth and love in a marriage.
You have to consider your girl’s style, preference and your budget when you choose the best carat weight of diamond. Diamond engagement rings or diamond wedding rings are now offered in variety of styles, with or without diamonds. Diamond settings are still the most common, with the price ranging from a few hundred dollars to a few million!
A diamond engagement ring or diamond wedding ring is one of the most enduring pieces of your engagement or wedding day. An engagement ring is the long lasting symbol of your love and commitment. In today’s modern world, diamond jewellery defines a woman’s persona and makes her feel more beautiful and elegant. The uniqueness of diamond rings has fascinated many beautiful women and powerful men through the centuries.
Diamonds last forever and hence diamond engagement rings are truly the symbol of love, affection and commitment which will also last forever.
February 1, 2011
There are many ways to express your love. One of the most common ways is to give the gift of diamonds. Sometimes love and passion is expressed through diamond rings, diamond necklaces, diamond bracelets or diamond earrings.
There are earrings which can be worn through a piercing in the earlobe or there are clip ear rings which can be clipped into the earlobe.
Earrings are often made of metal tubing with a thin wire attachment that penetrates the earlobe. Earrings can be worn by both genders but mostly by women. Earrings are made up of precious metals or similar hard material. The earring components are generally made from diamonds, glass, beads and gemstones.
Diamond earrings are worn around the world in almost all the cultures. Recently, diamond earrings have become very popular in North America and Europe, even among males.
January 27, 2011
Most women do not wear a ring on their ring finger so it’s difficult to get the right size. Their ring finger is mostly free of jewellery, so it would not be easy for you to get an exact ring size. If you have tried your best to get their exact ring size, but have failed to do so, there is no need to worry!
You can simply choose the ‘Not Known’ option in the size column. You will then receive the ring in a ‘standard’ size. Once you locate the correct size, you can return the standard size ring for the purpose of resizing, which will be done free of charge.
Both you and your bride-to-be deserve the best, and precise ring size is a critical aspect. It is essential to ensure that the ring is sized perfectly. By taking the time to find the right ring size you allow yourself greater options for your ring selection and get the best engagement ring.
January 19, 2011
Finding your bride-to-be’s ring size, without her realising your intention and making it obvious, requires imagination and ingenuity. There are ways of covertly getting the ring size. Having a ring that she is currently wearing will help you to get a ring that is more or less the right size.
One other way to do so is to trust her friends and seek their help. Friends who are close to you as well as your bride-to-be will be more than happy to help you in your quest to find her correct ring size. You may even seek the help of her mother or sister.
They can easily persuade her to go window shopping for jewellery, and try on a few rings. They can then find out the size of the ring from the jewellers.
You can also get a free ring sizer from Quality Diamonds.
January 14, 2011
Among other things like cut, shape and colour, which you check before buying a diamond, make it a point to see whether the diamonds trade is happening under auspices of the Kimberley Process. Make sure that the diamonds are not bought from any source that cannot crosscheck the rough diamond has been cut by a member of the Kimberley Process.
The Kimberley process began when all Southern African diamond-producing states opted to meet in Kimberley, in May 2000, for discussing means of discounting the trade in ‘conflict diamonds’.
A few months later, in December 2000, the UN General Assembly passed a landmark resolution, which supported the conceiving of an international certification plan for rough diamonds. Negotiations between various governments, the international diamond industry and civil society organisations led to the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme or KPCS by November 2002. The KPCS document set out the policy for controlling production as well as trade of rough diamond. The KPCS was enforced in 2003 after participating countries began to implement its rules.
December 21, 2010
Following are some of the settings for your diamond that you may wish to consider:
• Prong setting: This is the most commonly used and a very popular setting, especially for solitaire engagement rings. It is also known as claw setting.
• Bezel setting: A bezel is a collar of precious metal around the gem. It is usually placed on top of the ring thereby increasing the height of the setting. There is also another variant called half bezel which covers only a part of the diamond.
• Channel setting: This setting is usually used for smaller diamonds around a large centre stone. This setting offers greater protection for the stone.
• Pave setting: Here the surface of the ring is set with tiny stones in small holes drilled in the ring shank without touching each other.
• Flush setting: The diamonds are sunk into the setting till they are at the same level with the surface of the metal. This type of setting gives the ring a modern look as well as offering great protection to the stones.