Tips on Buying the Right Diamond

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Every marriage proposals are coupled with a diamond ring presented to the potential bride. They are timeless and a classic, they will always remain as one of the most popular gems, not to mention long lasting and most durable. Luxury Buyers have a knack for collecting more than just diamond rings for engagement and from their experience, they can tell which diamond jewelry is perfect for whichever occasion they are going to buy it for.

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Selecting a shape

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Round shape. The very first thing that you should consider above everything else is by selecting a shape. If you are not so sure which shape to choose, it will help you to keep this mind: round diamonds, also known as RBC or round brilliant cut, are the most popular choice because of its amazing fire, brilliance and the light performance. They make up about 75 percent of the entire diamond purchases in the market, which is all due to the amazing sparkle that it presents.

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Fancy shape. The very first one diamond shape that has made it into the industry is the timeless and classic round, which is then followed by the princes's shape. They offer an angular and contemporary beauty wherein it looks pretty in geometric and classic settings. They are also the second most popular choice for a diamond shape, which offers the same brilliance with that of the round shape, but with a lower price. For a more vintage-inspired setting, the cushion diamonds are the ideal choice. Radiant diamonds are the best alternative to princess shape, while the cushion diamonds are best chosen for those who prefer a rectangular shape. Emerald and Asscher shaped diamonds are on the step-cut, in order to get the sleek yet elegant display. They emit lesser sparkle or fire compared to the round diamonds, but they are more transparent. The pear, oval and Marquisse diamonds have more distinctive and unique shapes, which aid in making the fingers look slender and long due to its elongated appearance. The heart-shaped diamonds expresses the sentiment of the wearer that comes with a flourish. This is often the favorite for die-hard romantics. The pear-shaped and Marquisse diamonds appear larger, given where more of its stones appear from the top view while looking down on the diamond.

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Choosing a size

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Of course, not all diamond shapes are created the same. This is one of the final factors that you have to consider when choosing a diamond. Aside from the size, you should also consider its quality. When you choose the perfect diamond, you must define what is most important to you based on your budget. The size and the quality must fit in what that. A lot of people start off with the size before quality, since this is more visually obvious compared to the quality itself. Make sure that always remember carat is the unit of weight, yet it can also be utilized as an approximate measurement of the diamond’s size. You can find a guide online where the carat is compared to a 17.9mm coin.