Complete guide to buying an engagement ring

• Author: LEO GIOSUÈ
• Published date: 04 October 2021
• Publication title: Jerusalem Post, The: Web Edition Articles (Israel)

One of the questions that come to mind when buying an engagement ring is whether your partner will like it. Remember that this is something that they will put on for a long time. Therefore, it must be well thought out. If you do not know how to do it, here is a complete guide to buying an engagement ring:

1. Pick your Ring Metal

There are different metals used to make rings. These metals possess essential qualities that make them unique in different ways. However, durability is vital for choosing an engagement ring due to daily use. Here are the various metals to choose from:

* Gold and Diamond. Gold is a default choice for many, but there is diamond also. Gold is customizable into various colors, with the popular choice being rose gold, which is usually blended using silver and copper. This enhances its durability compared to yellow gold.

White gold is a beautiful and durable blend of pure gold with either silver or palladium metals.

The 4Cs of Diamond

Understand the 4Cs of cut, color, carat, and clarity before buying your engagement ring. These components define the ultimate appearance of your ring. Here is what you need to know:

a) Color. It is rare to find diamonds with less color hence have a high value

b) Cut. A diamond's cut determines how well it sparkles since this feature defines how it reflects light.

c) Clarity. A high clarity grade means that the diamond piece has fewer imperfections

d) Carat. This quality points to the stone's weight determined by its size. Larger diamonds cost more because they are rare.

However, the carat quality points to gold fineness when buying a gold ring. A high carat for gold means it is expensive.

* Platinum and Palladium. If you do not want to choose gold or diamond, you can go for Platinum or Palladium. Palladium is pure white precious, and naturally durable. Moreover, it is rarer than gold and less likely to lose its color.

2. Ask Ring Experts

Even though this is a personal matter, consulting with ring experts will leave you in a better position to make the right ring choice. Get a second...