Your Quick Checklist For a Diamond Ring Purchase
A sparkly diamond ring glittering on your finger under the dazzling light of the sun is quite a sight to behold.
Diamond rings are one of the must-haves of diamond jewelry. Whether you’re a guy getting a diamond engagement ring for your girlfriend or you’re a girl who just wants to treat yourself to a diamond ring, you should know the factors involved before making a big purchase.
Here’s a checklist that will help you make the right purchasing decision.
Check Your Budget
Have a rough idea of how much you’re willing to spend on a new diamond ring. Set a certain range which you will be comfortable spending, and which will also prevent you from overspending. Top quality diamonds are often on the pricier end so make sure you’re aware of the costs.
Do Your Research
Diamonds have a whole science to them. Notice how every diamond is a bit different than the rest? What your diamond ring looks like will depend on a lot of factors, including the stone, the setting, the material of the band and a lot more. Educate yourself on the 4 Cs of diamond jewelry – carat, cut, color, clarity.
- Carat – carat is the unit of measurement of a diamond. The higher the carat, the rarer and valued it is.
- Color – diamonds are valued for their color, or lack thereof. The whiter the diamond, the lesser impurities it has in it. Fancy colored diamonds have also made it big in the market these days.
- Cut – the shape, proportions, and angles of a diamond are called the cut.
- Clarity – the clarity of the diamond is rate on the amount of inclusions, or flaws, it has. A flawless diamond is that which has minimal impurities in it
Know Which Metal You Want
Yellow gold, white gold, platinum are some of the common metal types you may want in a ring. Platinum is often seen as the better choice amongst the rest because it is more durable, but it’s also quite expensive. Gold will be a bit less expensive but it will require more maintenance for it to retain its appearance.
Find the Right Jeweler
Last but not the least, find a jeweler that is reliable and professional. Purchase from stores that are members of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA).
Also consider whether you want an online jeweler or you want to visit a store. Nowadays, buying diamonds online is considered a safer practice. Because of the return policies stores have, and the added safety measure, buying online is a preferred alternative.
We here at Popular Diamonds are a GIA certified store and stock top quality diamond rings. Visit our online diamond jewelry store in NYC now to browse through our collection!