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Men's Rings 101: Tips For Choosing Men's Diamond Rings
Hire a skilled jeweler? Not necessarily. These tips will help any man understand the diamond ring market, and what to look for when shopping for that valuable asset for your fingers.
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1) What is your budget?
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Big LCD screen for the Superbowl....or diamond ring? New car smell spray...or diamond ring. Ok, men, you will have to accept that a ring is a wonderful, timeless addition to your life that can not only be passed down, but will be a symbol of status, identity, and will add an element of class to admirers. You don't, however, have to give up the budget for New Car Smell spray to afford a good looking diamond ring. Like buying a car or house, it is always important to start out with a preferred budget in mind. Unless you require the equivalent attention of big star rappers who could fund the continuation of diamond apparel singlehandedly, most other men won't be impressed by how much is spent or to what level of “bling” the ring has. Less is more in contemporary trends; unless you are the rapper.
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2) What styles are out there?
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There are quite possibly more styles of men's diamond rings available today than you could entertain yourself with over a lifetime of search engine pages. Determining your style preference in a diamond ring may be easy depending on how defined your style of dress is. Do you favor the traditional, vintage, unique and strange, or modern? Just about every style is reflected through the various metals and diamond setting options available. Remember, a lifetime could be spent on search engines with all the options out there. Begin by narrowing searches down by your choice of style-- and every man has style. In beginning your search, you may need to get to know the diamond world a little better. To start with, refer to this diamond ring mini dictionary.
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Men's Diamond Ring Mini Dictionary
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Diamond Definitions
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5 C's (or 4 depending on who is counting)
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Cut- What type of cut does the diamond exhibit? Different cuts show of different colors and brilliance.
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Clarity- The presence (or lack thereof) of inclusions or defects. Most diamonds have some type of tiny imperfection. A better clarity score means the less likely there are carbon spots or even cracks. Typically a diamond clarity score of FI, IF, VVS1, VVS2, VS1, VS2, SI1, and IS2 will be beautiful stones with virtually invisible imperfections.
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Color- Unless the diamond is naturally a color other than white, color score refers to how white a clear diamond is. White diamonds are scored on “how white” they actually are. D is the whitest score and Z is the most yellow.
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Carat- Maybe the most important factor in women's jewelry, the carat measures a diamond's natural weight. The heavier the diamond or total diamond weight, the more costly it will be.
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Certificate- Not always considered a diamond “C”, the diamond certificate is a document that proves the previous four Cs to certify that the diamond is what it is. These certificates are issued by the Gemological Institute of America of the American Gemological Laboratory.
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Channel Set Diamonds- Probably the most popular setting of men's diamond rings. Channel set diamonds are diamonds set in a band with a seeming invisible setting.
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Prong Set Diamonds- A setting in which a stone is held in place by little metal claws or prongs. Normally made with very thin metal.
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Metal Material Definitions
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Gold- Still the most popular choice for rings. Commonly made in 9kt, 14kt and 18kt options. There are many different gold colors available, the most popular being yellow, white, and rose golds.
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Platinum- A brilliant white metal, hypoallergenic, and very endurable. Considered the most elite (and expensive) form of metal, platinum is so hard that it cannot be nicked or scratched, and will remain beautiful throughout time.
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Silver- White-grey in color, silver is one of the least expensive choices, but still elegant and popular choices for dress jewelry and wedding rings. Silver can tarnish, and may turn black with age. It also will be prone to scratches from everyday wear.
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Karat- Not to be confused with carat. Carat is a precious stone's weight, like a 1 carat diamond. Karat is the purity of a precious metal with mixed alloys. A 14 karat gold ring would mean there are 14 parts gold to 14 parts alloy content.
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Titanium- Silver-grey-white in color, and is the hardest natural metal in the world. Also resistant to scratches and damage unlike gold and silver. Titanium is very lightweight, and available in many different colors.
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Tungsten- Heavy grey-white metal is a soft heavy metal that is virtually indestructible. More affordable than platinum, tungsten is growing in market popularity.
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Stainless Steel- Less expensive metal that is resistant to corrosion. Stainless steel can be polished to resemble a more expensive metal.
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3) Find a Reputable Jeweler
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It would be easier for an experienced jeweler to explain diamond rings for men when a) he or she has the inventory there to describe to you and b) because there is too much information to explain in this short article. Good jewelers can provide friendly and informative advice, and are normally able to interpret your budget and design preferences to something they have in stock. There are also many certified jewelers found online that have their own online inventories.
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4) Know your size.
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You might be able to bypass this step if you go to a physical store that sells men's diamond rings. These places normally have sizing rings just to help you find the right size. On the other hand, you won't have this luxury if shopping online, and it would be best to start off prepared by knowing what size ring you wear. Some jewelers provide their own ring sizers. To do it the old fashioned way, take a strip of paper at least ¾ inches in width, wrap it around your finger to the point it overlaps, and mark that spot with a pen. Measure the strip from end to marked point in millimeters, and use the following chart to determine your ring size.
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This graph is provided by namenecklace.com.
The following .pdf can also be printed out for assistance: http://www.namenecklace.com.au/files/Determine_Your_Ring_Size-NameNecklace.pdf
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About the Author
Author has a unique interest in Men's Diamond Rings, especially the ever-increasing choice that today's man has in fine jewelry. Find that special unique ring for you or your loved one today.Men's Diamond Rings.
Giving a diamond ring of heart shape is the most romantic gift which your woman will love
An engagement ring is a symbol of devotion and true love. And the best way to show your love to the woman in your life is by presenting her a unique diamond engagement ring because diamond can reflect your true feelings towards her. If you will present her a beautiful engagement ring then obviously she will appreciate the ring. There is a proverb “better a diamond with a flaw than a pebble without”. It is very essential to select a best diamond engagement ring for your special woman. There are few things which you must consider before selecting your diamond ring.
Before purchasing your diamond ring you must have the knowledge of 4C’S which include cut, color, carat and clarity. By determining all these four factors you can easily determine the value of diamond. But among all these four factors the cut of diamond is the most important factor. You can find variety of cuts in diamond engagement rings such as round, square, radiant, heart and many others. But no cut can send a sweeter message than diamond heart ring.
Diamond heart cut is also known as fancy cut. It is a very unique cut in diamond engagement ring. The delicate setting, exquisite shape and the size are some of the things which your love will appreciate. The most unique thing of diamond heart ring is that no two diamond rings will look same. You can find many variations on diamond engagement ring depending on the style, shape and design of the ring.
Things to consider before selecting your diamond engagement ring of heart shape
Diamond ring of heart shape can reflect its shape very well when the size of diamond is minimum. If the size of diamond is very small then you will not be able to see the shape of diamond. Therefore if you are selecting a heart shape diamond ring then you must make sure that the ring is below one carat. One more important thing which you must keep in mind before selecting your heart shape ring is that the setting of the ring protects the delicate ends of your diamond. There are many settings in diamond rings but four or five prong setting can support the delicate edges of the ring. You must also look closely at the proportions of the ring.
Purchasing a diamond engagement ring is a lifetime investment therefore always select best cut for your engagement ring because if the cut of your engagement ring is not correct then your diamond will look lifeless and dull.
If you are searching for the shape of your engagement ring then diamond heart ring is the best. It is the most romantic and best way to say “I love you” to the woman you love and care. The beautiful and unique diamond engagement ring can make your occasion very special and you can be assured that your woman will love the gift.
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Author’s Bio
The author has been offering advice to the couples in right purchasing of diamond engagement rings, wedding rings, gemstone engagement ring and other jewelries. He has benefited numbers of customers in many ways. Please visit Glimmerrocks.com for the details.
