There are many reasons why you might need to buy a diamond ring. Maybe you are treating yourself to getting a job promotion or you want to propose to your long-term partner.
Whatever the reason, buying a diamond ring is a huge financial commitment. For this reason, it’s not a decision that should be taken lightly.
Several factors contribute to the quality and worth of a diamond ring. Each of these factors must be considered before you make your purchase to ensure that you are getting your money’s worth.
But what are these factors? How can you be sure that the ring you are buying is the perfect match for your needs?
Here are the most important things that you must consider when buying a diamond ring.
Consider the Shape
Diamonds come in a wide range of shapes (also known as cuts), all of which you can view in Kimberfire’s loose diamond selection.
You could go for a traditional round shape for your ring, or cross bracelet or you can choose a Peal, Heart, or Asscher Cut diamond. The specific shape that you go for will determine the overall size and weight of the ring, so it’s important to find the right cut.
If you’re unsure of which cut will look best on your finger, speak to the professionals in your local jewelry shop or try a few different diamond rings for reference.
Diamond Certificate
A diamond certificate breaks down all of the specific details of the diamond, including its exact weight, color, clarity, cut, and polish.
Looking through the certificate is important when you’re buying a new diamond ring, as each of these factors will determine the value (and, therefore, the price) of the diamond.
The certificate acts as a stamp of approval to show that the diamond is real, authentic, and worth the price that you are paying for it. If you’re unsure of anything in the documentation, you should always ask an expert for advice and guidance.
Ring Size
Perhaps a more obvious factor to consider when you’re buying a diamond ring is the ring size. Diamond rings aren’t cheap and you’ll want to make sure that the ring you are buying fits perfectly.
If you’re purchasing the ring for yourself, you can simply pop down to your local jewelers to get your finger measured. Alternatively, you can measure the size of one of your existing rings and use that for reference.
Ring sizes are usually measured by diameter or by letters. You can find online conversion charts to switch between the two.
For those of you who are buying a ring for somebody else, it might be a little trickier to determine the right ring size. You’ll probably need to do some detective work and measure your partner’s or friend’s current ring selection without their knowledge.
Most jewelers offer ring adjustment services so the worst-case scenario is that the ring doesn’t fit their finger and you need to take it back to get adjusted.
