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Do you have a very good friend who’s birthday will happen soon? A diamond ring isn’t always the correct way to express your emotions.
Why not get her a beautiful pair of diamond earrings? Diamonds can mean much more than romance! They are April’s birthstone due to their ability to withstand time. They are perfect for everyday use while still being elegant and refined. When looking for a gift that will last forever, diamonds are an excellent choice.
The question that remains is what piece of diamond jewellery to get – necklace, ring, earrings? What cut of diamond is the best to choose? When thinking about diamonds, a ring generally springs to mind first. However, if you are giving the gift to anyone but your fiance, a ring will likely confuse a girl.
One very good choice would be a necklace, however, it is possible that a diamond necklace will only get worn on special days and kept in a safe the rest of the time. ***Diamond earrings*** are versatile enough for any occasion, from casual to dressy. In general they are more reasonably priced.
The hardest part of shopping for diamond earrings, for most people, is deciding on the cut of the diamond: i.e. princess, round, emerald, or oval? Assuming you are looking to buy a matched set of diamond studs, the differences in cut only matter to the girl. If you know her well enough, you can match the shape to her personality.
Round-cut diamonds are cut in the shape of a cone and known for their brilliancy. This cut is the most popular cut for a diamond. If you have seen an engagement ring recently, chances are the main diamond was a round-cut.
Princess-cut diamonds are wrought like an upturned pyramid – a quadrangle top with four beveled limits. This cut is the second most in demand.
One cut of diamond, the emerald-cut, has a stepped, rectangular shape that was originally designed to keep emeralds from breaking as they were cut. It is not a common cut, but the shape is familiar and suits rounder faces best.
Oval-cut diamonds are very similar in shape to round-cut diamonds, differing only in the shape of the base of the cone.
Other cuts do exist, such as ***the pear and the heart***, but stay with classic shapes if you are buying solo. Don’t get too large a diamond since you don’t want too much weight on the ear. Don’t get too large a diamond since you don’t want too much weight on the ear.
A final recommendation – ask the jeweller to suggest a pair. Listen to yourself, but also to others opinions, especially if they come from well-informed people like a jeweller.
People all around the globe consider diamonds to be the most beautiful and valuable gemstone available. For many, the desire of owning a diamond comes close to an obsession. Due to the unique appeal of diamonds, they are often used in jewelry. As a symbol of eternal love, diamonds are the most frequently used gemstone in the creation of engagement and wedding rings.
Women and men also fancy diamonds in other adornments. There are gorgeous jewelry choices from diamond chokers, to diamond pendants, to diamond tennis bracelets. What is the special diamond quality that makes them unparalleled?
Gemologists have found that no two diamonds are the same. This means that each and every diamond has it’s own beautiful design. The variety in cut and color of each individual diamond gives each it’s own special appearance. The shine and brilliance of diamonds make them truly one of nature’s most prized creations.
Diamonds are a rare and valued commodity prized first by citizens of ancient India, then by royals around the world. Today, diamonds are a powerful symbol of wealth and fortune, giving them great worth and trade value. Diamonds of all types are evaluated, then priced by four criteria: weight in carats, color of the diamond, clarity of it’s shine and shape into which it is cut. These criteria make up what are know as the “Four Cs” to diamond enthusiasts.
Carat Weight is the weight in carats of a gemstone. All gemstones are weighed in measurements of carats. Normally, the more carats a diamond has, or any stone for that matter, the more expensive it is. Each carat is divided into 100 points. Therefore, if a diamond weighs 50 points it would be considered 1/2 of a carat.
A diamond’s clarity is based upon how clear the gem is. Diamonds found near other rocks or minerals may contain some blemishes. Some bits of other minerals can be found on the actual diamond. Diamonds with a lower amount of blemishes will have a higher clarity and value.
Diamonds are commonly believed to be clear but this is not true. Diamond color can range from clear, yellow and even black. Clear diamonds are generally more valuable than ones with color, but this is not always the case. The most valuable diamond in the world is the Hope Diamond and it is a black diamond.
The Cut is also one of the qualities of the 4C grading system. It reflects how much brilliance and sparkle has. Cuts of diamonds vary, some are round, marquise, and princess cut stones. However, the round cut is the most popular. The way the diamond is cut, reflects how shiny and reflective it will be. This increases it beauty, making diamonds extremely popular all over the world.
What compels people to wear diamonds varies from simple appreciation of their beauty, to feeling that diamonds increase ones self worth in the eyes of society. This variety in appeal is one of the reasons that diamonds have remained a constant favorite of men and women alike, generation after generation. This trend is likely to continue far into the future. Diamonds will always hold a special place in our hearts.
