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Confidently make the right choice by learning how to select your perfect diamond and jewelry.
Round Diamonds
Diamond shape refers to a diamond’s physical form, and is often one of the first attributes that couples consider when shopping for a diamond. While round diamonds are the most popular choice, many couples are also drawn to the distinctive look of non-round, or “fancy shaped” diamonds. Fancy shaped diamonds include princess, cushion, emerald, asscher, radiant, oval, pear, and heart shaped diamonds. Each diamond shape has its own unique characteristics and is cut to different specifications, which impacts the overall look of the stone.
Round Diamonds
The round splendid cut is the most prevalent diamond shape, representing the greater part of all diamonds sold today. Albeit created in Europe, the round splendid is once in a while alluded to as the American Ideal Cut.
With 58 facets separated among its crown, girdle and pavilion and a regular proportion somewhere in the range of 1.00 and 1.02, it yields most extreme shine as the cut normally pursues the rough diamond crystal.
The round brilliant is the most examined cut in the business; for over a century, diamond cutters have utilized progressed logical hypotheses of light reflection and exact scientific figurings to streamline its fire and brilliance.
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Princess Diamonds
Princess cut diamonds are the second most popular diamond shape. Princess cut diamonds possess the gorgeous sparkle of round brilliant diamonds in a distinctive square shape. They offer a contemporary look and the flexibility to work in almost any style of ring.
Princess Diamonds
The Princess cut diamonds can make the ideal wedding bands since they are exceptionally clear. Their wonderful shape makes them a colorful treasure, as they are designed for getting top brightness from their square cut.
When acquiring a Princess Cut precious diamond, ensure that the setting for your ring secures the four pointed corners. The Princess Cut precious diamonds permits all the more acceptably for blemishes.
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Cushion Diamonds
Cushion cut diamonds combine the appeal of a square cut diamond but with soft, rounded edges, lending this shape a romantic feel. This timeless shape is derived from the old mine cut, and has been refined over hundreds of years. Cushion cut diamonds are a beautiful choice for any setting style.
Cushion Diamonds
The Cushion Cut Diamond is an antique cut that has a classic, romantic appeal. It is considered a cross between the Old Mine Cut and a modern Oval-Cut Diamond.
The Cushion-Cut Diamond contains 58 facets.
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Emerald Diamonds
Emerald cut diamonds are treasured for their elegant silhouette. The shallow pavilion and crown accentuate the clarity of the stone, while the reflective steps enhance the color and luster of the diamond
Emerald Diamonds
Emerald-cut diamonds are "step-cut" because of their rectangular features. An emerald-cut diamond will demonstrate less brightness so clearness is critical.
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Asscher Diamonds
The asscher cut features a square shape with cut corners. A high crown with large step cut facets bestows more brilliance than the other popular step cut shape, the emerald shape.
Asscher Diamonds
The Asscher cut is an interesting and unique shape with prismatic splendor and a rectangular-faceted structure.
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Pear Diamonds
Pear shapes feature a rounded edge tapering to a point at the opposite end. This unique shape flatters fingers and offers a distinctive look.
Pear Diamonds
The altered brilliant cut pear molded diamond is a blend of a round and a marquise shape.
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Radiant Diamonds
The radiant cut diamond combines the silhouette of an emerald cut diamond with the fire and sparkle of a round brilliant cut diamond.
Radiant Diamonds
Normally cut with 70 facets, improving their general splendor and fire.
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Oval Diamonds
The ever-flattering oval shape is symmetrical and exhibits a similar fire and brilliance to round shaped diamonds.
Oval Diamonds
The thin shape can cause the finger of the wearer to show up longer and slimmer.
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Heart Diamonds
The heart shaped diamond is an evocative signifier of true love. They shimmer with two symmetrical halves.
Heart Diamonds
Heart shaped diamonds are prominent and popular in solitaire pendants just as rings.
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Marquise Diamonds
The marquise shaped diamond features pointed ends with a curved middle for an eye-catching look.
Marquise Diamonds
With a larger surface area than any other diamond shape, it maximizes perceived size.
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4C's of Diamond
GIA created the first, and now globally accepted standard for describing diamonds: Color, Clarity, Cut and Carat Weight. Today, the 4C's of Diamond Quality is the universal method for assessing the quality of any diamond, anywhere in the world.
Diamond Cut
The skill with which a diamond is cut determines how well it reflects and refracts light.
Color
Color is the natural color or lack of color visible within a diamond.
Clarity
Presence of natural inclusions and blemishes on and within a diamond.
Carat
Carat is the most visually apparent factor when comparing diamonds.
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The cut of a diamond refers not to its shape, but to the balance of proportion, symmetry and polish achieved by the diamond cutter. The extent of how well the diamond is cut is directly related to the diamond’s overall beauty.
Ideal Cut
An Ideal Cut Diamond is perfectly proportioned to refract light, producing that fire and brilliance up through to the table and crown.
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Color refers to the natural body color of a diamond and not to the reflection of spectral colors. Colorless diamonds allow light to travel through them as compared to colored diamonds.
Diamond Color
Jewelers refer to GIA’s color scale that starts the rating with D for colorless diamonds up to Z for light yellow or brown.
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Clarity refers to how clean or clear the diamond is with respect to natural microscopic characteristics that were trapped within or on the diamond while forming.
Diamond Clarity
Flawless is the best and rarest clarity grade. The diamonds that have less blemishes and inclusions are considered more valuable.
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Carat (ct.) refers to the unique unit of weight measurement used exclusively to weigh gems and diamonds (1 ct = 0.2 grams).
Carat Weight
Depending on the shape and type of gemstone being weighed, the weight will visually show itself differently.
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A diamond consists of eight main components: Width, Table, Crown, Table Spread, Girdle, Pavilion, Depth, and Culet.
Anatomy Breakdown
- Diameter: Width of a refined stone edge to edge.
- Table: Largest polished facet on top.
- Crown: Top portion extending from table to girdle.
- Girdle: Widest edge where crown and pavilion meet.
- Pavilion: Lower part extending to Culet.
- Depth: Total height table to Culet.
- Culet: Small facet at the very bottom.
Diamond Certification
A diamond certificate verifies each diamond’s specifications, including color grade, carat weight, clarity grade and cut grade. Grading labs include GIA, AGS, and IGI.
What is a Diamond Certificate?
You should never buy a diamond without a diamond certificate. Objective characteristics (4Cs) determine its value.
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Soak your diamond engagement or wedding rings for up to 30 minutes in dishwashing liquid and warm water. Scrub gently with a soft cloth or swab.
Cleaning your Diamond Jewelry
Use toothpicks carefully to remove dirt between prongs. Store diamond jewelry separately to avoid scratching other pieces.
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One advantage of buying an engagement ring online is expanded access to ring styles matching her lifestyle and personality.
Solitaire Engagement Rings
Single stone in a simple mounting, offering timeless elegance, simplicity, and versatility.
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Halo Engagement Rings
Surrounds the center stone with smaller micro pave diamonds for extra volume and sparkle.
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Pave Engagement Rings
Encrusted with very small diamonds along the band for a solid diamond surface appearance.
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Sidestone Engagement Rings
Flanked by smaller side diamonds to add size and radiant brilliance to the center stone.
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We offer a broad range of settings including Prong, Bezel, Tension, Channel, Twist, and Bar settings.
Prong
Traditional setting technique allowing maximum exposure of the diamond for light entry.
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Bezel
Encases outer edge in a metal frame for durability and a larger visual appearance.
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Tension
Modern method where the diamond is squeezed securely into hardened precious metal grooves.
Shop Engagement RingsRing Sizing Guide
Your engagement ring should fit easily—not too tight, yet not too loose. Measure your finger toward the end of the day when fingers are warm.
Tips for Finding Your Ring Size:
Measure toward end of day: Fingers change with weather and time of day.
Measure multiple times: Ensure accuracy before ordering.
Download Ring Size Guide (PDF)Wedding Ring Styles
Men's Wedding Ring Styles
Options include plain metal bands, or more distinctive, contemporary patterned bands.
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Includes plain gold or platinum bands, diamond bands, sapphire bands, and eternity rings.
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Custom Engraving
Personalized engraving inside the band is a sweet touch. Include initials, wedding date, or special quotes.
Engraving Ideas
Initials & Dates: Popular choices like "A + C 5/22/2014" or beloved first names.
Quotes: "All my love" or "Love conquers all".
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Choose matching bands or distinct individual styles that feel comfortable for daily wear.
When Ordering Your Rings
Online ring buying offers equal quality with expanded style choices.
How to Measure Ring SizeNecklaces & Pendants
The perfect necklace adds style to anything she wears.
Metal Chains
Chains go with everything, adding a touch of luster.
Necklaces
Heavier chains, links, braids, or fixed gemstone strands.
Pearl Strands
An essential element for an elegant jewelry wardrobe.
Solitaire Pendant
Simple design focuses devotion on a single stunning gem or pearl.
Bracelets
Bracelets remind her of you throughout the day.
Chains
Exemplary round-link rolo or wheat chains in silver, gold, or platinum.
Bangles
Worn solo or stacked for metallic sparkle and clinking sound.
Pearl Bracelets
Traditional piece adding a dressy touch to any outfit.
Earrings
Earrings make the ideal gift as they are always the correct fit.
Studs
Easy to wear with party dresses or jeans. Available in pearl, diamond, or gemstones.
Drops
Dangle underneath settings, swaying elegantly with movement.
Hoops
Platinum, gold, or silver hoops providing a feminine touch.