{"id":30182,"date":"2020-03-17T12:02:56","date_gmt":"2020-03-17T16:02:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jewelry-secrets.com\/Blog\/?p=30182"},"modified":"2020-03-17T12:02:56","modified_gmt":"2020-03-17T16:02:56","slug":"create-a-ring-as-unique-as-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jewelry-secrets.com\/Blog\/create-a-ring-as-unique-as-you\/","title":{"rendered":"CREATE A RING AS UNIQUE AS YOU"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Which sounds better?<\/h2>\n

\nA) Buying a mass-produced cookie-cutter<\/strong> engagement ring. Or…<\/p>\n

\nB) Creating your own unique diamond ring<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\nI’m sure we’ll all agree that the unique ring<\/strong> sounds better, of course.<\/p>\n

\nBut did you know, there are many great reasons<\/strong> why picking out your own diamond and own mounting is beneficial<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nLet’s take a look at them…<\/strong><\/p>\n

It’s Unique:<\/h2>\n

\nYes, if you pick the size and shape and quality of stone you want, and then choose the mounting of your desire, you’ll be making it 100% unique<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\nNo one else will ever own that same exact combination<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\nI mean, who wants to see their ring on another girl’s finger?<\/p>\n

\nChoosing and putting them together yourself makes it yours, and yours alone<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Better Quality:<\/h2>\n

\nWhen you choose your own diamond, you’ll always, 99% of the time<\/strong>, get something bigger and better<\/strong> than any pre-set ring. Usually rings that are set up in advance are lower quality<\/strong> (focused more on looks, ease of shopping, and financing). <\/p>\n

\nBut picking a diamond out by hand forces you to be more choosy<\/strong> about that particular stone. It allows you to microscope the diamond and view it from all angles. It lets you analyze the cut<\/strong>, the polish, the symmetry, girdle, culet…<\/p>\n

\nAnd usually, you’ll end up with a much nicer stone, with way more sparkle, brilliance and fire<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Identification:<\/h2>\n

\nBy microscoping your diamond, seeing it from all sides under intense magnification, you’ll be able to identify your stone<\/strong>. Get familiar with it. See the flaws, where they reside, compare them to the diamond plot<\/strong> (on a GIA certificate). You’ll be able to read the inscription on the side of the stone. You’ll be able to spot your diamond in a crowd. Which helps prevent diamond switching<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\nIf you get into the habit of viewing your diamond before and after you drop it off at a jewelry store for sizing, polishing, re-tipping, repairs, you’ll be able to know if you got your exact diamond back. It’s peace of mind<\/strong>. It’s something everyone should do.<\/p>\n

GIA Certification:<\/h2>\n

\nMost pre-made rings are NOT certified<\/strong>. Meaning, the jeweler could tell you anything about the diamond, and you’d just have to believe them. This is not a wise move<\/strong>…<\/p>\n

\nCertification removes all doubt<\/strong>. It’s a third party that grades and confirms the color, clarity, carat weight and cut (all the things that make up the price of a diamond). And the best company to do this is GIA<\/strong> (The Gemological Institute of America<\/a>). They wrote the book on diamonds, they devised the 4C’s grading system. But do note, that if your diamond is Hearts and Arrows, or True Hearts<\/a>, then it will be graded by AGS (the only other company I recommend that specializes in the best cuts in the world<\/strong>). I don’t advise buying IGI or EGL<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Price:<\/h2>\n

\nBelieve it or not, hand-picking your diamond and mounting often saves you tons of money<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\nThis is because many mall stores have high rent<\/strong> and nationwide branding. You pay for that. They push interest free financing and service plans that are voided if you miss one inspection…<\/p>\n

\nBut if you shop online (where diamond dealers have little or no overhead<\/strong>), you’ll not only save money, but get a much better product, ring, and quality of diamond.<\/p>\n

Compare the two diamond rings below:<\/h2>\n

\n\"Compare<\/p>\n

\nKay Jeweler’s 1.50 Princess Cut Diamond Ring.<\/a><\/p>\n

\nJames Allen 1.50 Princess Cut Diamond<\/a>, and the 14k White Gold Solitaire Mounting<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\nThe ring at James Allen is much higher in color and clarity (and that’s the real diamond you see, the one at Kays is a stock-photo). James Allen’s is also ideal cut<\/strong> (Kays doesn’t list the cut, polish, or symmetry).<\/p>\n

\nSo buying the same type of ring at James Allen will save you $6,000<\/strong>. Crazy, eh?<\/p>\n

\nSelecting a ring by hand, lets you choose the type of metal you want; 14k, 18k, rose gold<\/strong>, white gold, yellow gold<\/strong>, platinum… It lets you select the proper shape of stone that fits your personality<\/strong> (round, square, tear drop, oval, cushion…). It creates a one-of-a-kind ring<\/strong> that no one else has, with a better quality, and a better price.<\/p>\n

\nI advise buying SI1 or higher<\/strong> in clarity, and G-H or higher<\/strong> in color. That way you get a white diamond with no visible flaws. And yes, always try for “excellent<\/strong>” cut, or True Hearts<\/a> if you can. After all, that’s what makes a diamond sparkle!<\/p>\n

\nTake a look at James Allen<\/a> and all their different engagement ring mountings. Then find the diamond of your dreams, and let the fairy tale begin.<\/p>\n

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