If you are planning to buy a blue diamond engagement ring, knowing how
to judge quality can help you save lots of money. There are many
different rings out there to choose from and knowing what factors are
involved will make you a savvy buyer. Though you can buy a ring based
on price, you really want to get the most for you your hard earned cash.
Diamond rings last a lifetime, so get one you will enjoy for the years
to come.
First, take a look at what you need to know about the color of the blue
diamond that you are looking at. Color grading in diamonds is done by
setting a diamond next to a previously graded set of gems, and then the
color is judged. The most expensive diamonds are the ones that are
utterly colorless, and then they will go down in price from there until
the color starts getting richer again. When you are looking at the color
of your diamond, remember that in many cases, they will be judged to be
part of a range rather than a specific rating. Unless you are
specifically choosing a diamond that is large enough so that small
gradations in color are fairly noticeable, you will find that there is
nothing wrong with having a diamond that is judged to be part of a
range. If you are set on a certain range, be aware that color grading
can cost as much as an extra hundred dollars.
Clarity of the diamonds in your ring will be an important factor when
choosing your ring. The quality of clarity is used to specify how much
light can pass through a diamond. Flaws in the diamond will let less
light reflect. To determine the clarity of a gemstone, experts will
analyze the stone under a 10x jewelers loop or microscope. Flawless
diamonds are the highest quality, in terms of clarity, that you can
purchase. Remember that a diamond that does not allow much light to pass
through it is not a very good diamond; this explains why you can find
fairly inexpensive diamonds. Though they are meant for industrial uses,
occasionally diamonds of grade P1 or P2 will make it into stores.
The cut of the diamond is the next attribute to consider when purchasing
this type of ring. The cut of a diamond is determined by how
proportional the gem is, how many facets, and how well the facets are
reflect the light back to the wearer. The cut of your diamond will
determine its brilliance, and it is worth noting that the most brilliant
diamonds are invariably the round ones. Round diamonds have symmetrical
proportions and all of the facets contribute towards the brilliance of
the gem. Also consider cuts that might suit you, like the marquis cut or
a diamond that has been cut into the shape of a pear or even a
rectangle.
The final qualification you want to take a look at when you are
considering a blue diamond engagement ring is the carat of your diamond,
or rather, the size. As large diamonds are more rare, they cost more
per carat than smaller ones. Know that a diamond is judged on more than
size. So, a larger diamond may be the same price due to more
imperfections, a less perfect cut or a less desirable color. Consider
the grade of the diamond that you are interested in owning and making
your own decision based on that.
A blue diamond engagement ring can be a beautiful gesture, so take some
time and make sure that you consider what your options are going to be
when you are thinking about getting the one that is perfect for your
significant other.