Below are some facts to guide you in choosing the perfect diamond ring:
CARAT. A diamond’s weight is determined in carats. One carat is roughly 200 milligrams. The thing to take note of is that size doesn’t always mean it represents its weight. Some 1-carat diamonds may be smaller than usual but remains just as valuable. Don’t make the mistake of buying the biggest diamond for a discounted price because this is not a steal. You might end up with the most inferior stone.
CLARITY. Other than the weight, a diamond’s quality is measured based on how little flaws are found in it. A diamond’s clarity is graded by the Gemological Institute of America, or the GIA. They can be ranked as:
• Flawless
• Internally Flawless
• Very, Very Slightly Included
• Very Slightly Included
• Slightly Imperfect
• Imperfect
Clarity is hard to determine on first look. It is best to examine plenty of diamonds before you make you the final purchase.
COLOR. The perfect diamond should appear colorless, the lesser quality will appear yellowish. Color also carries a grading system based on GIA. They are classified alphabetically beginning with D to Z, with D being the most colorless and of highest quality.
CUT. Diamond engagement rings have many different cuts that usually fits the personality of the one whom the ring is given to.
Reliable, dependable, not antagonistic (Round Cut)
Adaptable, accommodating, considerate (Pear Cut)
Caring, trusting, sensitive, sentimental (Heart Cut)
Innovative, outgoing, aggressive (Marquise Cut)
Unique, creative, risk taker, organized (Oval Cut)
Conservative, resourceful, honest (Square or Rectangle Cut)
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