Tips For Selecting The Right Pink Diamond Engagement Ring
Pink diamond engagement rings are one of the newest fashion statements with regard to traditional diamond rings. Ever since the’50′s it has been customary for a man to offer his fiance an engagement ring made of diamonds. It is expected that the groom will spend a great deal of money on the engagement ring and it customarily is an indication of how well he will provide for his fiance in the future.
For the past decade, the traditional white diamond has not been the first choice of engagement ring buyers, who are opting instead for the beautiful, rare colored stones.
Before you make a pink diamond purchase, it’s important to know the four C’s of colored diamonds. Traditional diamonds also are rated by the four C’s, but their meanings a not quite the same for colored diamonds. When considering a diamond, look carefully at the stone’s color, carat, cut, and clarity. The quality of these four factors will determine the cost of the ring.
Color is fundamental when choosing a colored diamond. Stones vary and some are clear with just very slight coloration. Oftentimes the color in the smaller or more petite stones, can be so faint that it is only visible in specific lighting or at specific angles. Consistency of color is essential when purchasing a colored diamond. The stone should contain the same amount of color all over the stone.
Carat: This is the size of the stone, and it greatly affects the cost. Unlike traditional diamonds, a color of a colored diamond is more important than the size. A clear stone that is huge will cost less than a very small diamond that has lots of color. You should choose a setting that shows off bright colors and a smaller stone if you want a stone that is extremely colorful.
The cut of a stone is important because it can either enhance or diminish the stone’s color. The cut in pink diamond engagement rings is of utmost importance. The cuts that most enhance the color of pink diamond engagement rings are: Princess Round, and/or Marquise. A colorless stone is better if you prefer more unique cuts.
Clarity — The clarity of every diamond is a major factor in determining its quality. A clear stone is one that has absolutely no cracks, dark spots, or cloudiness. Clarity becomes an even more important element of quality colored stones, because any amount of cloudiness in a colored diamond can hide the stone’s dazzling color.
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