Choosing a Ring

There are two parts to the engagement ring, the setting and the diamond. We recommend setting a budget first. It simplifies the decision-making. Then, choose a beautiful setting. Once you have that, dedicate yourself to finding a beautiful diamond. Here are some simple guidelines to show how to choose the perfect ring.

The Right Price

The popular belief that the price of the ring should be about two-month’s salary is a good place to start. Some of our customers spend more, reasoning that a diamond ring is a once-in-a-lifetime purchase that will last forever. Others spend less. In the end, it’s not about cost; it’s about the beauty of the ring and the happiness it brings.

The Right Metal

For the ring, we begin with the first question that must be answered: platinum or 18k gold? If you don’t know which is best, here are the essential facts:

• Platinum: Being more rare than gold, Platinum is also more expensive. However, the greater cost is accompanied by greater value. Platinum will last a lifetime. It is the purest and strongest of metals–it won’t tarnish and it’s harder to damage than 18k gold.
• 18k Gold: A more popular choice for engagement rings than platinum, 18k gold is less expensive, easier to damage and will suffer more wear over the years than platinum. However, like platinum, 18k won’t tarnish, and it’s easier to polish and repair.

The Setting

There’s a broad array of settings from which to choose. Perhaps the best advice in this arena is to just keep it simple. Here are three basic can’t-miss styles:

The Diamond Ring Your Love Will Love

Are you looking to surprise her? The trick is to find the perfect ring, without her knowing a thing. The first place to look is at the jewelry she wears–and at the jewelry she doesn’t wear. What color is the metal? What’s her style? It can also be smart to ask one of her friends (just make sure it’s a friend that won’t give away your secret).

Of course, you could just do the shopping together. That way she’s assured that she is going to get exactly what she wants. Whatever you choose, Ciara’s Three-year Insurance Guarantee allows you to shop and buy with perfect confidence.