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Editor's Note: Titanium wedding bands are popular with guys. They are strong, durable, and are very light. They make a nice choice for guys who have not worn much jewelry in the past. I found this article online and thought you might enjoy it.
Once only used in manufacturing, aircraft, and industrial applications, in recent years titanium has become a popular material used to craft all kinds of jewelry items. Known for being hypoallergenic, lightweight, and tough, titanium is quickly growing in popularity among consumers who are looking for style and value. Watches, rings, earrings, bracelets, cuff links, and even money clips are made from titanium, with surprisingly attractive results. But beyond doubt the most commonly sold titanium jewelry items are titanium wedding bands. If you're considering purchasing a titanium ring for your upcoming nuptials, there are a few things you should know about titanium before you go shopping. Read the rest of this entry
Editor's Note: Engagement ring prices vary greatly due to a number of different things ranging from the stone to the store where you purchase your ring. I found this informative article on the web which does a good job of explaining the "Four C's." Enjoy.
Giving engagement rings are an age old tradition when taking the big step toward marriage. Over the years, the price of engagement rings has fluctuated. This is due to the quality of the diamond. When choosing how much to pay for an engagement ring, one should have a good understanding of what determines the price of diamond engagement rings
The price of an engagement is based on the diamond that it holds, although the setting also plays a factor. The diamond industry determines the value based on what is known as the "Four C's." The "Four C's" stands for Color, Cut, Clarity, and Caret. Read the rest of this entry
Emerald cut diamond rings are diamond rings that have a classic look of a rectangular stone. They feature diamonds clarity and color. Emerald cut diamond rings have a sleek and elegant design. These rings are beautiful and basically affordable.
Diamonds are designed, styled or cut in a variety of ways. Diamond cuts can be round, oval, square or rectangular. However, a diamond cut does not refer to the stones shape. It is the proportions of the diamond such as its depth, width and uniformity of facets, which control the brilliance, durability and other features of a diamond. A good diamond cut is very important because without it the diamond will not sparkle even if it possesses outstanding color and clarity.
One of the most popular cuts is the emerald cut, which is an example of a rectangular cut. Emerald cut is a rectangular step cut with trimmed edges. It is a step cut because its broad, flat planes resemble steps on a staircase. Such diamond cut has a square or rectangular gem girdle outline with the steps of elongated facets parallel to the girdle, the sets on each of the four sides and at the corners.
The name emerald cut was derived because of the traditional usage and reference to emeralds. One of the most famous emerald cut diamond rings was worn by Lady Camilla Bowles, new wife of Prince Charles Windsor of Great Britain. This cut has a subtle and understated look with less flash " a reflection and refraction rather than the brilliant cut of a diamond. Read the rest of this entry
Editor's Note: Designing your engagement ring can be a lot of fun if you get the stressful stuff out of the way first. I found this article which does a good job of covering the basics. Enjoy
Getting engaged is one of the most exhilarating events in your life and the choice of the engagement ring one of the most important.
Before you go and spend all your hard earned money at your local jewelry store you might want to shop around a bit for a great quality engagement ring at a greatly reduced price. This can be done by designing your own engagement ring.
In order to do this you need to find a reputable wholesale dealer in quality GIA certified diamonds that also has the option to design engagement rings.
The first step would be for you to choose a diamond. This seems like a simple process but if you are smart you will study the 4 C's of diamonds a little bit to ensure that you choose a high quality diamond and chances are you can get it at a great price. Diamonds with no color, ideal cut, flawless clarity and bigger carat are the rarest and most valuable. Read the rest of this entry
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