July 1, 2009
By James Greene 
Shopping for a diamond has its moments where the shopper is confused yet excited all at the same time. The lucky guy may know the general type of jewelry which his loved one favors, such as silver tone jewelry, yet not know the specifics. A good way to pick out the perfect diamond is to know what type of metal one’s soon-to-be fiancée adores. If you are unable to gain insight as to the exact type, at least know whether gold or silver is the coveted metal tone. Should the woman desire silver tone jewelry, a white metal ring or platinum ring is the best bet. The following will highlight some features of each and help you to decide whether white gold or a platinum diamond engagement ring is the right choice.
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June 28, 2009
By James Greene 
Various factors are a prime concern when shopping for an engagement ring. You want to choose a ring which meets all of the desired features of categories such as cut, color, clarity and carat. Although all of these features are quite important when picking out an engagement ring, there is just something about choosing a diamond ring with great clarity which makes this feature stand out.
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Clarity
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FL
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IF
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VVS1
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VVS2
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VS1
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VS2
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SI1
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SI2
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I1
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I2
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I3
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Scale
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Flawless-
Internally Flawless
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Very Very Slightly Included
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Very Slightly Included
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Slightly Included
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Imperfect
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June 23, 2009
By James Greene 
Pricing will vary, to say the least. You will find relatively reasonably priced gemstone rings on one hand and then exorbitantly priced on the other. The pricing of engagement rings will depend on a few different factors and there are ways to determine whether or not the price on your desired diamond engagement ring is reasonable or not.
What Dictates the Price Tag on a Diamond Engagement Ring?
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June 19, 2009
By James Greene 
Diamond engagement rings are such exquisite pieces of jewelry as a whole that there really is no bad style of diamond ring. Each style of diamond engagement ring is beautiful in its own right. There are emerald cut diamond engagement rings which many people favor or the usual favorite which is the brilliant round gemstone. One style which may not be as widely known is the rose cut diamond engagement ring. If you think this may be the right diamond engagement ring for you, the following may prove helpful in guiding you in the right direction.
Describing a Rose Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
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June 16, 2009
By James Greene 
The diamond gemstone has many different features associated with it which makes shopping for a diamond engagement ring an involved task to say the least. While you must consider the cut, color, clarity and carat features of a diamond, there are also other considerations as well. One consideration which is often on the minds of purchasers and recipients of diamond engagement rings is what will happen if the stone is bumped or banged, i.e. will it break or scratch through normal wear and tear? The following will explain a bit about diamond hardness and help you to rest easy about the fragility of your lovely diamond engagement ring.
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June 13, 2009
By James Greene 
Diamond engagement rings are exquisite pieces of jewelry, due to not only their market value but their sentimental value as well. This is why taking the utmost care of your diamond ring is extremely important. The good news is that there are many ways to ensure that your engagement ring stays intact and around forever. Two of the primary ways to care for your engagement ring in the best way possible is to have it appraised and insured.
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June 10, 2009
By James Greene
Purchasing a beautiful diamond engagement ring is a special occasion. You want to be certain that the one you buy is the right one and authentic in nature. The best way to determine just what type of ring you are acquiring is to look for jewelry trademarks and jewelry hallmarks while perusing the options. The following will explain what these terms mean and how they can and should affect what diamond engagement ring you purchase.
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June 4, 2009
By James Greene
Selecting a diamond engagement ring takes time, consideration and focus, especially if you do not really know what type of ring you are searching for in your initial quest. However, if you have a particular diamond type in mind, your search will be a lot easier overall. One of the most unique cuts available is the Old Mine Cut. There are many benefits to choosing this type of diamond engagement ring for you or a loved one and some of these will be discussed below.
What Does an Old Mine Cut Look Like?
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June 4, 2009
By James Greene
When one first thinks about buying or receiving a diamond engagement ring, the first thing which usually comes to mind is what it will look like followed by the cost, where to buy it, etc. One factor which may not come to mind as readily is the aspect of jewelry hallmarks on the diamond engagement ring. Jewelry hallmarks provide some background information about the diamond engagement ring and let the purchaser and wearer know just what type of ring they really have in their possession.
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May 25, 2009
Buying a diamond engagement ring is a big step for many men. However, some of the myths which are out there today about these ring purchases make men tread lightly when purchasing an engagement ring as they are concerned about going about it in the right manner. The following will list the top 10 myths associated with buying a diamond engagement ring and set the record straight for ring shoppers.
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