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                   A pledge of love between two people and their commitment to lifelong togetherness is personified in an engagement ring! A wide variety of engagement rings are used all over the world by couples to seal their bonds of love. Men have used gold, silver, white gold, platinum, ornamental and other gemstone jewelry rings as well as soft stone rings made up of emeralds, pearls, and opals to woo their lady love. Then there are contemporary looking, bold style rings; vintage looking rings or classic timeless pieces that never go out of style!

For couples who want something unique, there is always the antique engagement ring with a different form of craftsmanship and a lower price tag. It has the added bonus of being an heirloom with history attached to it. The most charming antique engagement rings were made before 1950; sometimes also called vintage rings and come in both simple elegant designs and fine intricate ones. Some antique engagement rings come with elaborate carved settings which make the diamond in the centre look larger than it really is. Art Deco antique engagement rings have a geometric look, sharp lines and bright colors. Their craftsmanship is influenced by African, Egyptian, Asian and Native American themes. Art Deco rings are quite popular as antique engagement rings for newly engaged couples.

Then there are engagement rings made popular by celebrities! They have always been the trend setters in fashion, be it apparel or jewelry. For the trendy couple, following what diamond ring a favorite star chose for her engagement can help make a personal choice. If budget is no constraint then going all out for that 5 carat diamond engagement ring shining brilliantly on the ring finger of a music diva might just be what you want! Today a woman wouldn’t feel guilty at all about wearing such a diamond ring; in fact many women judge the love of their fiancé by the size of the rock that he presents her as an engagement ring. After all every woman knows that diamonds are their best friends!

But what about the guys who don’t have huge salaries to afford such huge rocks for engagement rings……are they to remain unmarried or burdened down with debt for all their life? Here cubic zirconia comes to their rescue. Cubic zirconia is much cheaper than real diamonds and affords you the chance of owning a copy of that elusive exquisite royal diamond ring or designer engagement ring which you could never afford. Cubic zirconia or CZ is a manmade diamond lookalike. It is a synthetic material and extremely tough although not as tough as real diamonds but more than many gemstones. Cubic zirconia stones can be beautifully crafted and set in silver or gold settings. Do not confuse between CZ engagement rings and cheap costume gemstone jewelry. CZ diamond engagement ring designs and other gemstone jewelry creations are superior quality jewels and it is almost impossible to tell the difference between a genuine diamond and a CZ. The jeweler flawlessly recreates a copy of the original which will fool all and also endure for long.

Then there is Retro gemstone jewelry, which is from the era of the Great Depression and the 2nd World War. During the war and later, precious stones had become scarce, so retro jewelry was made with less expensive gemstones like aqua marine, citrine and tourmaline. The designs of that era were very bold and over the top. The stones generally used weighed more than a carat, and were usually set in gold as platinum had become rare. Yellow and pink gold was becoming very popular. Retro gemstone jewelry has made a comeback as women love huge elaborate designs and the workmanship is unique, flawless and a part of history. Retro and retro modern gemstone jewelry is colorful, bold and available in all antique and vintage eras.

The opulent 1950’s saw the birth of Estate jewelry that is nature inspired and has the uniqueness of curved mounts. Precious stones came back into favor with gold remaining the favorite and diamonds ruled. Geometric designs were replaced by abstract rounded designs. Jewelers experimented with floral and animal patterns, using precious and semiprecious stones like diamond, ruby, turquoise and corals. Estate engagement rings are natural and original; are steeped in history and come with the advantage of value.

Royalblue Diamonds has been serving customers with affordable choices in diamond engagement rings and guiding them with insights into the vast world of gemstone jewelry. Be it a diamond ring or sapphire ring, what really matters is that you as a couple should be really happy with your choice. After all, engagement ring is the ultimate expression of your personality!
We would love to know your past proposal experiences and how did your partner react when gifted an engagement ring…

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                 Finally you have decided to take the plunge and join the marriage brigade….congratulations! Well you may think you have achieved the unattainable with the girl of your dreams saying Yes!! But hold it….the hurdles race is still on……

You have found your life partner…..her dad’s given his blessings…so all that’s left for you to do now is to buy that much coveted and cherished dream of hers – The Diamond Engagement Ring! Stumped? Is this your first time in a jewelry store? Fear not…here’s some handy help to guide you through the glitzy world of gemstone jewelry buying.

Let’s decide the budget first… after all everyone expects you to spend at least 2 months worth of your salary on the engagement ring, right? Traditionally, the exorbitant amount of spending was justified as a proof of your seriousness for the relationship, plus a hedge for the difficult times. The ring could be pawned off to tide over hard times. Thankfully you no longer need to prove your love in this fashion anymore. Still it is better to go on a practical budget which won’t burn a big hole in your pocket; neither forces you to start your married life burdened down with debt! Buy the nicest engagement ring within your budget…after all it’s the thought that counts!

With such an important purchase to make, you might feel tempted to take along your ‘would be wife’….which is also the wise thing to do…but if you want to be more adventurous, how about surprising her with a diamond engagement ring of your choice! You could see the joy of the perfect gift in her eyes; plus it will give her, her family and her friends something to gush about for years to come!

Now, here’s the tough one – how are you going to find out her engagement ring size and preference? You will have to be really cunning, observing her nature and personality. Is she a trendy or earthly lady? If she likes to show off, then a big and glitzy gemstone ring is the thing for her, where as if she is shy and quiet then a small and dainty diamond ring would be just perfect. You might have to bribe a friend of hers or smuggle one of her old rings on your own in order to get the correct size of her ring….there’s no other way to it. Or else take her to a gemstone jewelry store on a false pretext of buying yourself a cuff-link and then observe if she is interested in any engagement rings over there.

The engagement ring bands too come in a variety of choices. You could choose traditional yellow gold or even platinum or white gold. Platinum or white gold bands reflect the color of a diamond ring better than traditional gold and are widely popular now. 24 Karat gold is too soft and gets scratched easily, so 18 Karat gold which is 75% pure gold and tougher than 24 karat is generally used for a ring band. White gold is an alloy of gold and silver or palladium, where as platinum is alloyed with some other metals like titanium, iridium or ruthenium in small quantities to increase its toughness.

While deciding on a diamond ring, always follow the 4 C’s – color, cut, clarity and carat. Diamond color ranges from Grade D of exceptionally bright to grade Z which is tinted yellow. The cut refers to the proportion, symmetry and polish of a diamond. The cut is chosen on the basis of the size and shape of a crude diamond crystal. A diamond which is poorly cut loses its brilliance. Clarity refers to the inclusions and blemishes in a diamond. A diamond crystal can include some foreign particle or metal and have some minor cracks not visible to the naked eye. The higher the purity and clarity of a diamond, the costlier it is. A diamond’s weight is calculated in carats. 1 carat diamond comprises of 100 points and 50 points make a ½ carat. Anything below a half carat is cheaper where as diamond prices soar beyond ½ carat and 1 carat.

Depending on your budget, you can have different settings for your diamond engagement ring. It could either be a single solitaire on a plain round band of gold or platinum; a chain of diamonds running around the band or a single large gemstone mounted on a prong around a cluster of smaller diamond pieces.

Having talked all about diamond engagement rings, you should know that diamond rings have not always been the choice for an engagement ring. The public has been seduced by the thought of diamond rings being the only choice of engagement rings through aggressive promotions and publicity by diamond merchants. There are other choices for an engagement ring – a plain gold band…… a ruby…..or some other colored gemstone like her birthstone or even a family heirloom! Many families have the tradition of passing on the same engagement ring from mother to daughter for generations…. You could be lucky to be marrying into such a family where all you will have to do is collect the ring from her mom and just slip it on to her finger! Girls love the thought of tradition and belonging that comes with such engagement rings.

Do you think you are now confident enough to walk into a jewelry store and select the engagement ring that best suits your girl’s personality? Or would you consider surfing for some engagement ring sites online first and check out the varieties available. After all it is well known that online diamond ring sites offer a wider range of choices at prices lower than the jewelry store next door. We at RoyalBlue Diamonds suggest that you check out at least 3 to 4 options locally as well as online to pick the best deal. You also need to check the warranty and after sale services. If you lose a piece of your setting because of a faulty craftsmanship, it should be replaced free of cost.

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                   Many people have concerns about buying something as important as a diamond engagement ring (or any other diamond or expensive gemstone jewelry) online. Although online buying offers advantages of speed, 24 hour accessibility, variety selection, value and information which far outweigh those offered by traditional stores, still there is something lacking – Confidence. Thus buying your diamond engagement ring through an online gemstone jewelry shop or retailer demands the same caveat emptor and verification as shopping with a traditional “brick and mortar” gemstone jeweler.

Good online diamond engagement ring stores will always provide references. These should include membership in online organizations such as the Better Business Bureau and Hacker-safe. Check the credentials of the engagement ring jeweler, ask questions and seek information. Avoid auction sites or gemstone sellers with little sales history.
Find out if the online diamond ring company accepts Credit cards. This provides an extra level of protection if things go wrong. If there is a problem with the transaction, the credit card provider will fight for the customer.

An ideal return policy for gemstone jewelry will be for at least 30 days with no restocking fees. So read the engagement ring site’s return policy very carefully before buying. The company should provide a full money back guarantee for diamond rings and other gemstone jewelry. Generally an engagement ring which had been engraved or personalized may not qualify for the return policy.

It is important to find out if the gemstone jewelry store uses an insured carrier for shipment purposes and that the engagement ring is insured for its full value. Similarly one needs to find out the lost and damaged shipment policy. If the store uses an insured carrier and has insured its shipment, they should be willing to replace or refund the diamond ring lost or damaged during shipment.

The information provided by the website about gold, diamond and other gemstone jewelry should be helpful, succinct and accurate. Are you able to get good quality pictures of the engagement rings on offer? Feedback on the diamond ring website, contact via the email address provided and on phone should be readily available. Find out if the gemstone jewelry store has a customer service and what are their timings.

A reputable seller will always be too glad to answer customers’ questions about engagement rings and other gemstone jewelry, as it provides an opportunity to build a customer service relationship experience. So don’t hesitate to ask questions, if not helpful, ask more questions until you are completely satisfied.

It is worthwhile to ensure that the engagement ring website employs the latest security software to eliminate any risks of data interception, manipulation or impersonation.
It is a good idea to get your diamond engagement ring independently examined after receipt.
The engagement ring store should provide laboratory graded diamonds to ensure quality and consistency in grading. Certified Diamonds from GIA or AGS give the strongest guarantee of quality and are measured against worldwide standards. GIA and AGS certified diamond rings will cost more than diamonds without certification, but the guarantee of quality is worth the premium.

Review the privacy policy posted on the gemstone jewelry website to confirm that your personal information will not be sold to other companies for marketing or other purposes.
You need to be careful about the presence of fake or synthetic moissanite diamonds in the market which are so good that standard thermal conduction testers used by gemstone jewelers cannot detect them. These diamonds are made from silicon carbide and gained widespread use beginning in 1999. These fakes also sell for nearly as much as the real diamonds. You can identify a moissanite synthetic diamond by looking through a 10x loupe which shows double facets or a doubled table reflection. Another key indicator is that synthetic moissanite diamonds have a greater density, weighing more than a comparable diamond.

It is an established fact that buying gemstone jewelry on-line will always benefit the buyer. By following a few simple rules you can safeguard yourself against fraud, save hundreds of dollars on your diamond ring purchase and ensure that buying an engagement ring online is one of the best investments you could ever make.

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Things you should know before purchasing a Diamond ring for your fiancée

              Diamond rings symbolizes love. Anyone who thinks of an engagement ring, diamond rings would come to his mind first. Its the best gift, a lover can give to his fiancée, or a husband to his wife. A diamond studded ring signifies a precious moment of your life which deserves a precious gift.

Before going ahead & purchasing a diamond ring, you have to keep a few things in mind. When it comes to diamonds, look for four C’s: colour, cut, clarity and carat.

Diamonds do come in various colours, but for an engagement ring a colourless or often called a white diamond is the choice of most ardent lovers. Lack of colour in white diamond permits maximum light to pass through it, which make the diamond glitter more than the coloureded ones. The more white the diamond is, the more charming it would look.

Cuts of a diamond identifies the number of faces it has. The brilliance of a diamond is heavily determined by its cut & finish. The several angles and the finish of a diamond determines its proficiency to reflect light and cause its brilliance. Cut of a diamond is the most essential of four C’s, to look for. Diamonds are available in many shapes including oval, round, heart, pear or marquise. You should consider the choice of your lover while deciding the shape for a diamond.

Diamonds during their formation tend to acquire some impurities & the amount of impurity in a diamond determines its clarity. Diamonds that are clear provides more brilliance and therefore are rarer as well as very expensive.

Carat is the unit of weight in which diamonds are measured. One carat is equivalent to 200 mg. Its obvious that bigger diamonds are more pricey, but nowadays good quality diamonds comes in sizes that are quite affordable.

A wisely selected diamond ring, considering the above suggestions, would surely win your lover’s heart.

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