Diamond Rings

From weddingspot.co.uk 21 03 2011 Wedding traditions and superstitions

As Marilyn Monroe said, diamonds are a girl's best friend. If you want to show one off in your engagement or wedding ring, take note of our advice.

Diamonds are considered the king of precious stones, and it's because, not only are they women's favourites, but we mustn't forget they are also the hardest mineral on the planet. And that's why we associate diamonds with eternity and strength.

Its properties make the diamond the par excellence symbol for eternal love, and therefore many engagement rings contain one. Did you know that the first diamond engagement ring was given in the 16th century by Archduke Maximillian of Austria, father of Philip III of Spain, to Mary of Burgundy? So it was the Austrian Archduke who started the tradition.

But today, it is also common to find rings with small diamonds. Before buying the engagement or wedding rings, remember that white gold is the metal which shows off this precious stone the best.

Buying a diamond is hard work for a lot of couples, as well as being a large investment. There are four qualities (the 4 Cs) that define diamonds and which determine their price: carat, colour, clarity and cut. For this reason it's best that you visit a professional: they will help you find the diamond which fits in with your needs and your budget.

Whether you are buying a diamond engagement ring or wedding ring, we advise you to choose a design that is simple and timeless. Look at several options and take the time you need to decide, remember, a diamond is for life.

Diamond Rings

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