Going to buy a diamond engagement ring for your fiancee? So before you buy – Do you know the different diamond settings – or do you have a basic idea of the 4 C’s i.e Color ,Clarity, Carat and the Cut?
Dont jump into buying a ring or you could be fooled into buying that glitering fake diamond ring without realizing its actual value.One of the 4 C’s the Diamond CUT impacts the brilliance of a diamond – the bad the cut the lesser it’s luminosity.The cut defines the shape and brilliance of the Diamond.
Here is a collection of basic info about the best Diamond Cuts and the diamond shapes available in the market
Asscher Cut: The Royal Asscher cut has an extra break on the diamond’s pavilion, giving the diamond 74 facets, compared to the original Asscher’s 58 facets. It is known for superior light performance when compared to other step cut diamonds. – http://bit.ly/7XMjP
The Royal Asscher Cut Diamond Ring - Most sought after diamond engagement ring
Baguette : Inspired from the famous french bread stick Baguette – it is basically rectangular in shape which is elongated. You get more carat per diamond with this Cut.
Loose Baguette Cut Diamond - This is a straight cut
Heart Shaped/Love Shaped : Love and Heart shaped diamond rings implies that you are in love with someone special and if you are gifting your wife/girl friend as present then don’t forget these beautiful gifts.
Heart - Love Shaped Diamond Ring - The best choice for your Wedding
Half Moon Cut : True to is name it is like a shining moon cut into two halves . The half moon cuts don’t come alone – they are generally used with a different color diamond or a ruby or an emerald at the end. It adds extra shine when used with contrasting color diamonds.
Half Moon Cut Diamond Ring - Also symbolizes that a husband and a wife combine to form one beautiful life
Pear Cut : One of the most good looking diamond shaped is Pear cut Diamond Rings which is in the shape of a pear fruit. It goes well with women especially when it is pink color diamond. See to it that you get the settings right – otherwise it would be a disaster turning into a weird shape while getting it cut.
Note: This is different from Heart Shaped Diamond Ring
Pear Shaped Pink Color Diamond Engagement Ring - The perfect gift for your Girlfriend
Oval Cut : These diamond rings are oval shaped. They look royal and gel well with any kind of attire though I should say that it goes more with Men – A Mens Diamond Engagement Ring. Women especially those from Royal families prerfer these diamond engagement rings as they are large and mesmerizes people.
Oval Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring
Marquise Cut : This diamond shape is close to an Oval shaped Diamond Ring with tapered ends making it all the more beautiful. Named after the smile of a famous queen Marquise de Pompadour this diamond looks very good. It is coslier compared to many other cut but as common with many famous diamond shapes it is worth the money . Your mistress will surely love to have this diamond ring as her anniversary gift.
Marquise Diamond Ring - Perfect gift for your mistress on her anniversary
Trilliant Cut : A wierd name right? Ya this diamond also looks different from the other cuts – It is in the form of three triangles joining at a common point – trying to form a kind of pyramid – It looks fierce and shows the charm and superiority of a person in front of a group of people. A perfect party ware this diamond must be on your list provided you can bear it’s high cost
Trilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
The other common and also not so common diamond shapes are Emerald Cut ( The basic diamond cut) , Round Shaped, Curved Trilliant ( Doesn’t have pointy edges) , Princess Cut and Trapezoid.
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Diamond has all the quality to mesmerize you. But you have the right to buy the perfect one as you are going to gift it to one who is very dear to you. There is every chance of being duped if you have no idea of buying a perfect one. Hence you have to follow the basics of buying a perfect diamond after your heart either to decorate yourself or to gift it to some one else.
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Buying an engagement ring is no easy job. You have to brood over the matter for a long time before buying it. First of all the crucial factor is your budget. Diamond rings have such a hypnotizing power that they are always ready to allure you. The more you watch the more you are bound to be puzzled. So to avoid conflict keep cool, take care of your pocket and have a go.
Stunned ? The Royal Asscher Cut Diamond Engagement Rings - Too good to ignore
While buying an engagement ring, a pendant or just a mere ring what you know must is to be confident enough. Always try to be smart, though you may not be actually so, try to play the role of a smart guy. The reason is if the seller finds you a lay man he may make you a fool at any time. Always have courage on your self confidence. The seller may be too talkative to squeeze your purse at any cost. He may talk irrelevant, but don’t be motivated. Always overhear him, go through the basics that you have coined for a long period.
While brooding over the purchase of a diamond you must have learnt the basics of 4 Cs-carat, cutting, color and the clarity. If you have no problem to assimilate the basics 4 then you can dodge the problem of being cheated at ease.
All the precious jewels have a certificate of appraisal. You can easily go through it. It would be easier for you to identify the Diamond quite easily utilizing your conception of the basic 4 Cs.
Next the question of the perfect choice comes. You have to choose the perfect setting. The metal may be gold, silver, bronze and platinum. The diamond after your choice is set in the middle of the ring. When you step into a shop the owner may offer you a book where different rings and pendants are depicted. What you actually have to do is to turn the pages at a rapid pace and with perfect patience find out the ring or pendant after your dream.
Heart Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring with Gold
