.: DIAMOND NECKLACE :.
Diamonds are forever, the hardest transparent jewels and the perfect sparkling stones that have dazzled women of all ages. Diamond necklace designed with high quality diamonds is indeed a perfect gift for the loved ones. From rich and famous to stars and models and to every woman, diamond necklace is truly a gem adorable.
The value of diamond necklace is above that of many other jewels, and this incredible appreciation lies in the exquisite properties of the “invincible” stone.
To best way to evaluate diamond necklace is by looking at its main characteristics such as clarity, carat, cut and color. Well-cut and symmetrical proportion will command higher prices. Diamond necklace comes in a variety of colors, but brown and yellow are most frequently encountered and therefore, the least expensive of all types. White colorless or blue diamonds are the most expensive ones. Carat weight - the larger the size, higher goes the price. Consequently, the smaller the diamonds, the less expensive the diamond necklace shall be.
Diamond necklace is considered the highest expression of style and refinement. Every woman would love to have one in her jewelry collections. A diamond necklace can be worn at a wedding or for a dinner party and for any special or social occasions. Combo of sexy black dress and the diamond necklace is almost a cliché, in terms of fashion and personal choices.
Diamond Necklace vs. Diamond Pendant
Diamond pendants, being made up of a small piece of jewelry hanging from a metal chain, will generally have less diamonds embedded into each pendant compared to diamond necklaces that may have diamonds linked to each other all throughout the length of the chain.
Diamond necklace comes in three common types of lengths: the choker length, the princess length, or the opera length.
Choker length diamond necklace is the ones that surround the neck slightly above the collarbones.
Princess length diamond necklace hangs lower than the collarbones or maybe drape just over the collarbones. Princess length diamond necklace is typically the most popular type of diamond necklace.
Opera length diamond necklace is definitely more exotic in the sense that they fall below the bust line, good for formal evening occasions and go very well with evening dresses. Best is they can also be worn as double strand too. Woman has the luxury of choosing her own style.
.: DIAMOND RING :.
Diamonds are commonly judged and appraised by the “four Cs”: Carat, Clarity, Color, and Cut. If budget is not much of a constraint, always buy quality diamond ring.
Diamond ring is a lifetime investment. Whether buy solitaire diamond ring or set with multiple diamonds, diamond ring is always in fashion and always in demand and perhaps that’s why it is popular as ‘diamonds are forever’
Diamond ring is becoming affordable now with the improved mining and cutting techniques plus rise in income levels. More and more women working now and becoming self-sufficient and financially independent. Diamond ring is the preferred choice of most women.
Diamond ring is made of various metals such as gold (yellow or white), platinum or palladium. The most traditional of diamond ring metal is gold.
Yellow gold - the most traditional of ring metals; for many gold is a symbol of the warmth and love of a marriage.
White gold - very much trendy because it coordinates with both silver and platinum jewelry, yet is cheaper than platinum.
Platinum - because it’s not mixed with the lesser metals that gold rings are, platinum is safe for those with alloys. However, you'll pay more for platinum than for gold.
To choose the best carat weight of diamond, consider her style, the size of her finger, the size of your setting, and your budget. If you have a set budget to buy diamond ring, explore all your options and you'll find that there is a wide range of diamond carat weights and qualities available in your price range. Also the smaller the finger, the larger the diamond will appear. A 1½-carat diamond solitaire looks much larger on a size 4 finger than a size 8.
Choose diamond ring that you feel is expressive of your style and personality. Diamond ring now come in all kinds of styles, design and price range.
Diamond name is derived from the ancient Greek adamas (invincible). Diamonds have been treasured as gemstones since their use as religious icons in ancient India.
Unlike many other gems in the market, diamonds are well-suited to daily wear because of its resistance to scratching and are preferred for designing and setting in diamond ring, and are worn every day by women and men.
The most important factor when buying diamond ring is to look at the way the diamond is cut, its proportion and symmetry. How the light reflects on diamond surface is important. Diamond ring made with badly cut will neither have brilliance nor high market value. It really is the human factor, the craftsmanship that goes into the shaping the diamond, which makes all the difference. An independent international laboratory and institutions such as GIA, EGL, DCLA, HRD, IGI, and AGS certify the diamonds.
