So, you are sure that your girl is ‘the one’ and you know where and when you are going to pop the question. All that you need to do now is purchase the perfect engagement ring. Naturally, diamond engagement rings are the preferred choice for blushing brides-to-be, but choosing suitable diamond rings from the wealth of jewellery available can be a somewhat daunting affair.
First of all, make sure you remember that the size of the diamond is not the most important thing. Your beloved will not think less of you because you cannot afford an absolute rock, so work out just how much you can genuinely afford and stick to it. Commission hungry jewellery sales assistants sometimes try and persuade guilty feeling bachelors into buying diamond engagement rings that are far beyond what they can afford, so make sure that you stay within your limit.
When you have made your mind up and chosen a ring which doesn’t require a mortgage, take the time to ensure that it comes with insurance and a warranty. If you have pushed the boat out and purchased more expensive diamond rings then make sure that certification is also included. All diamonds that are equal to or greater than 0.3 carats need to be certified in order to determine the authenticity of the diamond and to state all of its relevant characteristics such as colour, cutting and cloudiness grades.
