When it comes to selecting an engagement ring, there are three important aspects to the decision making process. These include choosing the diamonds for the ring, choosing a metal for the ring and finally, choosing the design for the ring. Here we look briefly at all three of these.
Diamonds for an Engagement Ring
There is a grading system when it comes to diamonds. It is known as the Diamond 4Cs. The 4Cs include the cut of a diamond, the color, the carat and the clarity.
Metal for an Engagement Ring
Engagement rings are usually made from either gold or platinum. Engagement rings that are gold can be white gold, yellow gold and/or rose gold. The gold can be 9kt, 14kt or 18kt. The best choice is 18kt gold (regardless of whether the metal is rose gold, white gold or yellow gold). The second best choice is 14kt. Platinum engagement rings are lovely as well but tend to be pricier than gold rings.
Engagement Ring Design
The third most important aspect of selecting an engagement ring is choosing the right design. The decision of the correct design is sometimes the most intimidating and most difficult.
There are four specific factors that play a role in engagement ring design. First of all an engagement ring should be one that is practical to wear as well as easy. It should look fantastic on her finger. It should be able to withstand the pressures of regular daily wear. Finally, the gemstones should remain as secure as possible in the ring.
Any engagement ring that is lacking in any of these four areas is not a ring that is designed well, and you should keep looking. For example, reflecting on the first point- choose an engagement ring design that is practical and easy. This all depends on the type of job you have and the lifestyle you lead. The higher the setting of a diamond the more often and more likely it is to get caught on everything from her sweater to the button on her coat. If your fiancée to be works at an office job on a computer all day, then a ring with a high setting might be okay. However ,if she works outdoors or with children or animals, she needs a ring with a sturdier construction.
Personal preference is one of the most important aspects of choosing an engagement ring design. Choose wisely!
