Selecting The Best Diamonds For Engagement Rings

Size is not everything when it comes to buying diamonds for engagement rings. Even the largest diamond can lack fire and brilliance if it doesn’t include the four c’s of high quality diamonds. Engagement rings that have diamonds with good cut, color, clarity and carat will be beautiful for a lifetime and well worth the price.

Engagement ring settings with solitaire type diamonds are going to require the most flawless diamond possible that has good carat, cut and clarity in order to really shine and sparkle. Carat refers to the actual weight of the diamond. Each carat is equal to 0.2 grams and with a bit of practice it is easy to tell what general carat a diamond is.

Many diamonds have a faint hint of color, often yellow, which makes them less desirable that completely colorless diamonds. Color in diamonds is only desirable in the true fancy or colored diamonds. G grade diamonds are good for engagement rings but anything with more color may not be acceptable. Very faint and almost unnoticeable yellow colorations in some diamonds may work with yellow gold settings and should not be discounted for this so subtle coloration.

Diamonds for engagement rings should be free from external or internal marks, blemishes or bubble type formations. Inclusions inside the diamond will impact on reflection of light and damages to the surface will likewise detract from the appearance of the gem.

The larger and more central the diamond is in the setting the better quality it should be with regards to at least cut, color and clarity. Every diamond in engagement ring settings or other jewelry is going to have some slight flaw, but the larger the stone size the more important a flawless appearance will be.

Facets in the cut of the diamond create the ability of the diamond to reflect light within its center. This reflection causes the fire or shimming color qualities of a good diamond. Engagement rings with perfect cut will capture all aspects of light and really enhance the appearance of the diamonds, regardless of their carat size. This aspect of diamonds is very important in making a selection.

One option for learning about the 4 c’s of diamonds is to spend some time looking at new and antique engagement rings with someone experienced in grading diamonds. This will help you understand what to look for and what to avoid when buying a ring, regardless of the style you select.

Learning about engagement rings and diamonds is all part of being a smart consumer. Even if you are on a budget, finding good deals on engagement rings that feature the best possible diamonds isn’t difficult if you just take the time to understand the 4 c’s of diamond grading.

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