The quest to find the perfect diamond is the goal of many buyers, whether they are looking for an engagement ring, wedding ring, loose diamonds, or other piece of fine diamond jewelry.  In some ways the term “perfect” is subjective – if she is satisfied with the 18k white gold, pave set, heart-shaped diamond studded engagement ring you have chosen for her, then to her “perfect” is the visible display of love you are offering – nothing else matters!

However, perhaps there is a particular diamond that you’d prefer he buy for you, something he may not know and could use your help selecting. He is rightfully concerned that a particular diamond on display may not look quite right when worn on your hand, but he isn’t certain which one will look the best. Maybe he understands that the diamond ring he chooses should complement your existing jewelry or that you prefer something less traditional, a different metal color, or have some other preference he isn’t aware of.

Some couples like to flip through a jewelry catalog, navigate their way around a professional jeweler’s website, or head to the mall to try on and examine a variety of pieces. This can be an excellent way to show him what you like while allowing him to make the purchase himself and “surprise” you later on. If he needs additional help, you can share with him a concise overview of what to look for in a diamond, whether for a ring or a loose diamond.

The following overview highlights the attributes found in every diamond:

Four C’s Of Diamond Selection

The four attributes of any diamond are its color, clarity, ideal cut, and carat (weight).

Color – Concerning diamonds, the less visible the color, the better. Diamonds are categorized  according to range, with five ranges consisting of colorless, near colorless, faint yellow, very light yellow, and light yellow. Each range is assigned several letter grades with D-F being colorless, G-J near colorless, and so on. Traditionalists will likely choose a colorless diamond while most shoppers are very happy with near colorless diamonds as they appear colorless when held face up. Near colorless diamonds are particularly prized for their excellent value.

Clarity – The number of blemishes, particularly the location and amount of flaws, will determine a diamond’s clarity. It takes special magnification to see flaws when they are present. A flawless diamond is a rarity, containing absolutely no inclusions and different grades are assigned to diamonds with various levels of inclusions. Those diamonds with inclusions visible to the naked eye are considered imperfect and are of low value, not something to consider giving as a gift.

Cut – While the shape of a diamond is important, the distribution of mass determines just how well the stone handles light. An ideal cut diamond will reflect light back through the top facets of the rock. A poorly cut loose diamond – too shallow or too deep – means that light will escape through the bottom of the stone, hampering the diamond’s brilliance. Go with an ideal cut diamond and you’ll have chosen an appealing diamond.

 

Carat – When you think of carat, you are concerning yourself with the diamond’s weight. Carat weight determines price with larger carat stones costing more. Though two diamonds may weigh the same, color, clarity, and cut can influence their value greatly.

Truly, the “perfect” diamond is one that has a good balance of attributes, but is also something that is selected from the heart and presented by the man to the woman he loves as a tangible expression of his love and commitment to her. Beyond doubt, there isn’t anything more perfect then that!



By: Brayan Peter

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If you are dreaming of purchasing a diamond engagement ring for your would-be-bride, then you may have to fork out a huge amount of money from your savings and monthly salary to realize the dream. Most of the prospective grooms do not have the right financial capability. But if they follow some tips, such costly ring jewelry is still within their buying reach.

The first tip that you must follow is to ensure that you have a proper budgeting. This is to make sure that you do not buy a very expensive ring in enthusiasm. Budgeting will keep you focused on a certain price range and even makes the purchasing more easily as the jeweler will be showing you the jewelry that falls within your budget.

Make also sure that you have done lots of comparing of the diamond engagement ring prices on the internet. The internet is the easy and convenient source of buying any product. It allows you to compare as many price tags as you possibly can.

The online retail jewelers vie each other for a share of online business and they, thus, are compelled to cut down the prices. Hence, your chances of finding an affordable ring are more with the online sellers than the physical jewelry stores.

Prices of diamond engagement rings will fall even more if you first purchase a loose diamond at competitive prices. Many smaller loose diamonds are surely affordable as compared to a greater carat size of a single diamond. So, a pave or channel set engagement ring may be within your reach than a solitaire diamond ring.

Diamonds are the most expensive items on any ring. So, if you have somehow reduced their cost, you have successfully bought a ring of your dream at your prices. About diamonds, know that even with minor quality reductions, their brilliance and glitter is almost the same but the prices will come down substantially. So, you can safely purchase the precious stone that is a little yellowish in color, has some invisible flaws inside of it and is cut in rectangular or square shapes and not in expensive heart and pear shapes.

Prices of the ring metal should also be given a thought. Platinum is a costly metal and you can avoid it. Choose white gold for cheaper prices if yellow gold is not your choice of the ring metal for diamond engagement rings.

While purchasing the ring jewelry, especially from the online retailers, make sure that the jeweler has a return policy. You can, then, return defective piece in time to purchase the right one. Keep these tips in mind for a greater value of the diamond ring.



By: Frank Luca

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Tacori jewelry have now added bracelets to their stunning range of diamond jewelry. These bracelets combine both contemporary designs, fiery diamonds, engraving, and the famous Tacori settings to produce a stunning array of beautiful diamond bracelets.

Tacori bracelets are custom jewelry bracelets at their finest. Designs range from ultra-modern large link bracelets to finer and more delicate bracelets interspersed with beautifully set diamonds.

The Tacori 18K diamond bracelet is a beautiful example of hand crafting. This delicate looking bracelet has fine oval links that have been hand worked to give the appearance of milgrain, then alternated with a worked circular link that contains a diamond set in an engraved setting. This extremely elegant bracelet is timeless in its apparent simplicity. The hand working on the links adds to the overall beauty of the piece. This particular Tacori bracelet can be worn solo or accessorized with a watch. These bracelets are available with a varying number of diamonds in a range of sizes to accommodate varying budgets.

The Tacori large link bracelet features pave set diamonds on each over sized circular link. This bracelet has 100 diamonds in total with a carat weight of 100 points, pave set in a crescent silhouette setting. The back of each link, and the smaller joining links have been beautifully carved to add to the overall beauty of the piece. This bracelet looks absolutely stunning in the white gold, but is also available in platinum for the ultimate in hard wearing luxury. For the woman who wants to customize her bracelet with other colored metals, 18K rose and yellow gold are also available. This large link pave set diamond bracelet combines contemporary diamond fashion jewelry with the craftsmanship one associates with Tacori handmade jewelry

The Tacori oval link pave set bracelet is a less chunky version of the above bracelet. This bracelet has 142 diamonds weighing in at 60 points set into much finer oval shaped links. This eternity style bracelet is also from the Crescent Silhouette Collection, and gives a much more delicate appearance. This custom made bracelet looks stunning in platinum or 18K white gold as a backdrop for the diamonds. However, it can be made up in yellow or rose gold to match your other jewelery if you desire.

Tacori have also included a diamond chain bracelet incorporating their signature style of the Floating Crescent. This bracelet has a necklace to match and almost appears to be a very fine and delicate charm bracelet. Very delicate worked links have subtle snowflake drops hanging from them. Each drop contains a diamond set beautifully amongst hand worked filigree gold or platinum. One longer dangling charm hangs from each bracelet.

Tacori bracelets are available in a wide range of styles to suit even the most discerning woman. Chunky contemporary through to unbelievably delicate, there is a handmade diamond bracelet for everyone and every occasion. Tacori bracelets are the perfect accompaniment to a Tacori ring. Alternatively, a handmade Tacori bracelet is a great place to start with your very own Tacori collection.



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Tacori Engagement rings

For over 35 years Tacori has made a name for itself in crafting beautiful platinum and diamond engagement rings. All Tacori rings are crafted by experts to meet each customers specifications. The attention to detail is incredible – as the designers put extra attention to carving and engraving to create a work of detail and stunning beauty. 

Tacori’s personal touch ensures that each Tacori engagement ring is unique and specifically for its intended recipient. Tacori engagement rings have impeccable style and pay strict attention to quality. Couples looking for a gorgeous hand made engagement ring will find that Tacori is the perfect option.

All Tacori is designed and produced in their California Headquarters and each Tacori ring is made with specialized care. The rings come in a wide range of styles and each customer is guaranteed their preferred style. Tacori designers can make any customized ring based on the customer’s request in shape and size.

Metals

Tacori uses the highest quality metals in the engagement rings they make. All Tacori settings are available in Platinum, Yellow and White Gold. The platinum rings are made of platinum and a little iridium coating giving them strength and durability.

Stones

All Tacori settings are made with diamonds G grade with VS clarity.  There several styles to chose from including Pave, Micro Pave and settings with side stones. With Tacori there are numerous designs to choose from, you are sure to find the perfect ring. 

Men’s and Women’s Rings

Customarily, engagement rings have been for the female. However in the more recent future, many couples are now coming to prefer his and her engagement rings, which can be provided by Tacori. Tacori offers beautiful yet elegant designs for both men and women.

The most important thing to remember when making your choice for an engagement ring is to choose a ring that represents your feelings for each other, as the ring is a symbol of love that lasts a lifetime.



By: Eric Peerless

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One of the most constant engagement ring trends of the moment is the Asscher cut engagement ring. In fact, almost 1 bride in 3 in the United States is opting for a square diamond featuring the Asscher cut. These diamonds offer a timeless vintage feel without looking old fashioned. The square cut adds symmetry to a setting and the diamond can be set alone or surrounded with smaller diamonds for extra sparkle and bling.

The Asscher cut is also sometimes known as a modified cushion cut, or a square emerald cut. The distinctive feature of this sophisticated cut is the square shape with corners cut deeply to look like an octagon. The Asscher cut has been patented by the Asscher family, and every genuine Asscher diamond will display the patent lasered on the stone. (This is not visible to the naked eye.)

Asscher cut diamonds need to be of a higher clarity and color, as the cut of the diamond means that any visible flaws are far more easily visible to the naked eye. This means that Asscher diamonds will cost more than some other diamonds of the same carat weight. Asscher cut diamonds tend to look best when set in white metal, but in this day and age any look and style is encouraged. Due to the cut of these diamonds they give off a startling depth when looking into them.

History of Asscher diamonds:

The Asscher cut was originally designed in 1902, and fast became very popular in the 1920′s, suiting the art deco engagement rings perfectly. The Asscher cut got an overhaul in 2001, adding 16 extra facets to the original cut to increase the sparkle factor. This new improved design has been repatented and is apparently harder to copy.

Celebrity engagement rings featuring Asscher cuts:

* Jessica Alba’s engagement ring features a 5 carat Asscher diamond surrounded by smaller diamonds. The shank is encrusted with smaller diamonds for a luxurious, timeless and elegant look.

* Ashley Simpson-Wentz also has a 4 carat Asscher diamond engagement ring. Ashlee’s center stone has a band of smaller diamonds around it, accentuating the square cut. The band is set with small but sizable diamonds for a substantial feel.

* Elizabeth Hurley selected a generous 15 carat Asscher cut diamond for her stunning diamond engagement ring. Ms Hurley opted to finish the look with pave diamonds set into the white metal (platinum?) band.

Asscher cut engagement rings can be a great selection for the bride who loves vintage style engagement rings with an elegant or contemporary twist. These diamond engagement rings can be stunning with just a central stone, or can be set with additional pave diamonds surrounding the center stone. Another alternative is to allow the center stone to shine on its own and have a pave set band for an extra lift. Asscher diamond engagement rings can also make for a great investment.



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