DIAMOND RING, HOW TO CHOOSE IT?
The diamond ring is the ultimate jewel to mark or celebrate an event. The pure and eternal diamond, one of the most precious stones, can enhance any jewel. But among earrings, necklaces or bracelets, it is the ring that is most associated with wearing a diamond. So how do you choisir une bague en diamant ? Whether you are celebrating your engagement, a wedding anniversary or Christmas, a diamond ring is a ring full of meaning, emotions and values. You therefore need to choose this jewel carefully to dazzle your loved one. In this article, we will help you make your choice.
I. Diamond Selection
A) The 4C
Anyone looking to buy a diamond-adorned jewel or a beautiful diamond must understand what the 4Cs are in order to estimate the value of a diamond. The 4Cs are the characteristics defining a diamond, established by the GIA laboratory, they allow the distinction of diamonds. This also allows the diamond to be classified, and to create an "identity", as each stone is different.
The 4Cs are:
● Color,
● Clarity,
● Carat and Cut (or shape).
The carat is the unit of measurement of a diamond's weight, a carat has an equivalence of 0.2 grams. This is one of the simplest criteria, as it depends on the size of the stone, the larger a diamond, the more expensive it will be.
Clarity or purity, refers to the absence of inclusions. All diamonds have imperfections, they appear during the formation of the diamond. To calculate the degrees of purity of pure diamonds, you must look at the stones under 10x magnification, the inclusions are invisible to the naked eye. Purity classifications range from FL (Flawless: no inclusions) to I1-2-3 (Included: Presence of a significant number of inclusions)
Color refers to the hue of the diamond, the majority of diamonds in jewelry are white, colorless white, it's the absence of color. A sign of purity and rarity, the "whiter" a diamond, the more expensive it will be. But many have shades of white that vary from perfect colorless to very slight yellow tints. The international diamond color scale is classified from D (perfect diamonds) to Z (light yellow diamond).
The cut refers to the shape (or size) of the diamond, it can be brilliant, pore, princess, marquise or even emerald. The quality of the cut can influence the brilliance of the diamond, a perfectly sculpted rough diamond will have maximum brilliance and light reflection, which is why it must be well cut. This is the only criterion where the hand of man intervenes, because the brilliance of a diamond depends on the work of man.
B) The style
To choose the best diamond ring, you also need to consider the style of the diamonds that will adorn the ring, their color, shape, but also their size (or weight).
There are many different sizes of diamonds, but the ten most commonly found on the market are: round (or brilliant), princess (square), oval, pear (drop), radiant (rectangle with rounded corners), marquise, heart, emerald (rectangle with beveled corners), cushion (square with rounded corners) and triangle. Each shape has a different meaning, which is why the shape of the central stone is very important, it reveals the personality of the person wearing it. If you want your ring to shine brightly, choose a round diamond, it is the shape that enhances a diamond, because it attracts light optimally.
The most popular diamonds are colorless diamonds known as "white", as they are the ones that best reflect light and therefore bring maximum brilliance to your ring. They represent purity but also femininity and chic, rings set with white diamonds are elegant and prestigious. Colored diamonds are much less known but are numerous: pink, green, black, blue, red, purple, yellow... they are much less chosen because they are less classic, but they are starting to gain popularity due to the modernity they bring to rings. The color of the diamond is a matter of taste and desire, there are no rules to follow, choose your favorite.
The size, or weight, of the diamond(s) that will set your ring, is a criterion not to be neglected! The unit of measurement for precious stones is the carat, one carat corresponds to 0.20 grams. To choose the weight of your stone, first trust what you like but also what suits you, as large diamonds do not necessarily suit thin fingers. One of the essential things is also to establish your budget, because the bigger a diamond is, the more expensive it is, so the price will be essential to define the desired carat. You should also choose the carat according to the desired style of jewelry and the personality of the person to whom you are offering the jewelry.
C) The quality
It is very important to prioritize the quality of a diamond over its style, size, and carat. If you buy a diamond with a very high carat but very low quality, it will not be interesting because your diamond will have little sparkle. That's why you need to be very careful when choosing a diamond, as many people have already found themselves spending large sums without benefiting from expertise and a diamond that matches their investment. Before buying, the most important thing is to inform yourself as much as possible about the 4C, the quality and prices of a diamond in order to get the best diamond at the best price.
II. Choice of the ring
A) Know your finger size
The most important point when choosing a diamond ring is to know the finger size of the person to whom it is being given. Indeed, finding the perfect size is sometimes a real challenge. To start, you should know that the size of a ring should be chosen for a specific finger, since each finger of the hand has a different size. But also that sizes change between the left hand and the right hand, so you need to know in advance the finger and the hand where the ring will be worn.
But that's not all! The thicker the ring, the larger the size, there is often a difference of one size between a thin ring and a wider ring body.
Now all you have to do is know the desired size, if this ring is for you just go to any jeweler to measure your fingers. If you want to please someone by offering them a diamond ring it becomes immediately more complicated. The simplest method is to take one of the rings that she (or he) wears on the finger in question and measure its size.
If despite our advice you get the size wrong and a touch-up is needed, Celinni offers you the first resizing, you just have to return the jewel to us specifying the desired size and we will adjust it.
B) The style
Every diamond ring should reflect the personality of the person wearing it. This can seem complicated as there are many different models, from very simple rings, to very modern ones, or even imposing ones. If you're afraid of making a mistake, opt for a simple ring that can suit everyone. But it would be preferable to give her/him a personal gift. Start by observing her/his jewelry tastes, whether they are thick or thin, sophisticated or simple, gold or silver...
If your partner has a refined and elegant style, you can opt for a ring with a single round diamond in the brilliant style, if her/his style is more classic a ring with a single rectangular diamond will be perfect. If he/she is very romantic then a heart-shaped diamond will do the trick, if her/his tastes are modern a more imposing ring set with diamonds all around could do the trick. If your other half is artistic or very creative then you should rather choose a ring in the Art Deco style.
The choice of metal is one of the most important choices as it affects the overall appearance of the ring, in recent years the most popular metals are white gold and platinum as they give an elegant and modern look. These two metals also go very well with diamonds classified in the colorless to near colorless ranges ( D to J ) as they highlight the purity of the diamond, whereas a diamond set in gold may appear more yellowish. Despite this, rose gold and yellow gold can also look very good on beautiful rings, the most important thing is to choose a metal that the person concerned likes.
C) The frame or setting
The setting of a ring is certainly a matter of taste but that's not all, the shape and size of the stone to be set plays a very important role in the choice of the setting. Because it is elle that will highlight the stone, and depending on the size or dimensions of the stone, some settings are to be preferred or avoided.
● Rail : Consisting of two "rails" of metal that hold the stones on both sides, elle is suitable for circular rings.
● Bezel : Very popular, elle gives a smooth-looking surface, the stone being set in a ring encircling it. The stone is therefore very stable and less likely to take shocks.
● Pavé : A classic, the diamonds are set in small holes and they therefore almost protrude at the level of the metal. One of the advantages of this setting is that the diamonds appear larger than they actually are.
● Prongs : This is one of the most used settings, the stone is set by thin metal rods shaped like claws that are folded over the stone at their ends. This allows the stone to be held in place but also to make the diamond shine to the maximum.
● Halo : Lots of tiny diamonds encircle the central stone, which adds more sparkle to the ring but also makes the central stone more imposing.
● Bar : A variant of the rail setting, where the stones are embedded between two walls showing only their upper part.
III. Quality / Price Report
A) Budget
The budget you wish to put into a diamond ring is your choice, spend as much as you deem appropriate, but don't forget that you will still have to put a cost into it. There is a myth that says you have to spend three months' salary on a diamond ring, it dates back to the 1950s and doesn't hold much merit. The best advice is to research the different qualities of diamonds, make a lot of comparisons, then establish a budget and find a ring that matches it. Beauty is in the gesture, not in how much money you spent on it.
B) Certified Diamond
It's very important to choose a certified diamond(s), as this allows you to be informed about all aspects of your stone, but also to remove all uncertainties about its authenticity. Certificates guarantee the quality of the diamonds that adorn your ring, they are established by a laboratory, they could be compared to a diamond's identity card.
C) Why choose a diamond ring from Celinni?
Diamond dealer since 1967, CELINNI diamond lists more than 100,000 diamonds physically in Paris, Antwerp, Bombay, Hong Kong. This exceptional choice allows us to offer the widest and cheapest diamond offer on the market. Absolute assurance for our customers, they are dealing with diamond technicians, offering them certified diamonds directly from international diamond exchanges. You can get assistance from our experts by requesting a personalized diamond quote. Diamond solitaires, diamond wedding rings, diamond bracelets, diamond earrings, pendants and necklaces... single diamonds or mounted, the Celinni meets all the desires of luxury and rarity. From 0.02 to 17 carats, each visitor selects online the diamond of their dreams thanks to the simplified platform allowing them to choose the shape, weight, purity and color of their diamond.
Furthermore, all our diamonds are certified by independent laboratories (GIA, HRD and IGI) which are the three best in the world, globally recognized for their expertise and seriousness. We work with the best suppliers certified by RJC, Kimberly Process and COC organizations. These organizations guarantee: the protection of human rights, respect for employees, assurance of safety measures, importation of "conflict free" diamonds, the fight against corruption, environmental protection and recycled and traceable gold. All our diamonds come from productions that guarantee respect for human rights, respect for the planet but also a supply chain outside of geopolitical conflicts. We have chosen to buy diamonds with human and committed certificates so that you can benefit from ethical diamonds that respect both man and the environment. Finally, all our jewelry is made in France in our Parisian workshops.
In conclusion, we offer a wide range of services to our customers to ensure their satisfaction, regardless of their level of demand:
● Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back within three days
● Confidentiality commitment
● Lifetime guaranteed diamonds
● 7/7 customer service
● Payment for your jewelry in 10 installments without fees
● Free delivery
Choosing a diamond should be a pleasant experience, which, depending on the occasion, will be engraved. The diamond dealer Celinni provides you with a team of professionals who are members of the highest jurisdiction in the diamond world. The Celinni is a family structure on a human scale composed of enthusiasts at your service.
