Buying a diamond ring is an important process and while it is not only one of the bigger investments you will make in your life it is also important as this diamond engagement ring will represent your love for your partner and your union. If you are looking at diamond rings the process can seem overwhelming as there is so much to choose from and so many options to consider. One of the most overwhelming things comes with buying the diamonds for this ring.
There is a lot to know about diamonds and the average person isn’t an expert on these stones which can make choosing the right diamonds to invest in a challenge. Investing in diamonds is a big investment and you will want to make sure you go about the process in the right way. One of the best ways you can make sure you are investing in the right diamonds is by know about the four C’s of diamond buying; Clarity, Cut, Carat and Color.
Carat
The carat weight of a stone basically means how big the stone is. With most diamond rings the most important carat weight is of the center stone as this is often the primary showpiece in the engagement ring. However, the total carat weight in the setting of the engagement ring is also important as well.
Cut
The cut of the diamond refers to the way that the diamond was cut and not only the shape of the diamond but how it was cut inside and therefore how much it shines and sparkles. Many diamonds today are cut in a brilliant style that will make the diamond really sparkle.
Clarity
While the carat weight of the diamonds typically has to do with the size the clarity is all about the quality of the diamonds. Clarity is important as it will let you know if there are any marks in the diamond it can be distracting to how clear or beautiful that diamond looks. These marks are called inclusions and some are so small that they cannot be seen by the naked eye while others are much larger. Typically a diamond with SI1 clarity rating or that has marks ‘slightly included’ is considered average and you won’t want to go above this.
Color
The color of the diamond is also important H is the average color but there are much better or higher color options. Going below H will give your diamond a yellow look while going above will give help your diamond look more white in color and appearance. You will want to make sure you look at different colors of diamonds side by side to make sure you choose the right color for you.
