Engagement Rings - show her you care
Getting engaged is one of the most exciting and important events in a couple’s life and the giving of a ring, usually by the man, as a gift to the woman who will be his future bride is a sign of their betrothal. The ring is a formal agreement to a prospective marriage and is usually worn on the third finger of her left hand. Choosing engagement rings takes time as the enormous variety of colours, precious stones and settings is so vast, it could take months to decide which one suits best of all. The bands of the rings are available in gold, silver, platinum, white gold and many others whilst the stones can be chosen from a single diamond called a solitaire, a cluster of diamonds, a larger diamond set in the middle and smaller diamonds on the side or three diamonds in a row which represent, the past, present and the future of their love and the time they have spent together. Wedding rings can be bought to match the engagement rings and these look very attractive together. Buying the two rings together may carry a discount, so this is worth bearing in mind. More and more people are opting for different types of rings with jewels, like rubies, sapphires, amethyst and others which are very popular at this time.
18ct White Gold Diamond Wedding Ring
Antique engagement rings are also making a comeback as the designs and settings are so unusual and the history of the ring, if known, can be very interesting indeed. Celtic handcrafted rings are in vogue at the moment and often the pattern is an intricate design which symbolises a new life together with the person you love for a long and happy life together. These can be individually designed by expert craftsmen which would make the engagement extra special and extra meaningful. If diamonds are chosen as the stone for the ring, there is a wide range of choice. Diamonds, of which 49% come from central and southern Africa, and have also been found in Canada, India, Brazil, Australia and Russia, can be cut into a variety of shapes, the most popular being round or heart shaped. They are assessed by their colour, cut, carat and clarity. When you and your partner decide the time is right to look for engagement rings there are a host of jewellers who will help and advise you on design, colour and choice of ring. If this is to be a surprise engagement and either of the couple goes alone to a jewellers, he or she can ask, if the incorrect size is chosen, if it can easily be altered to fit. This is normally done free of charge and does not harm the band of the ring. Jewellery is a very personal adornment and it is always wise to make sure you know what your partner likes or dislikes if you choose a ring alone.