How to Choose a Ring to Offer?

Giving a ring is an important gesture, especially when it comes to engagement or marriage. Tensions crystallize around this symbolic object, which can quickly turn tragic. Every day, on social networks, we can be the involuntary witness of the disappointment, the distress or the joy that only this present can arouse. Indeed, there are codes: all the stones are not equal and all have a symbolic meaning as well as pecuniary, depending on the budget you intend to devote to it. Here are some tips to avoid making a mistake while driving the person who deserves it crazy.

Choose the ring where the stone will be

The alliance has always been, as its name indicates, the cement between two beings: the promise of a future marriage. It is of course in yellow gold, but can also be made of white gold, according to customs. You will also need to know the size of the bride’s finger before purchasing her. A ring that cannot be worn is a first disappointment.

Engagement ring, spoiled for choice. Source: spm

Know the person well, choose the stone that corresponds to him

The safe bet remains the authentic diamond, its characteristics symbolize the durability of the promise. Its size matters, it must fit the ring finger of the right hand. For your budget, but also for the person who will wear the ring, the diamond should not be too big, it will get in the way and the ring will end up at the bottom of a drawer… Too small, it could be considered of less importance. There are also beautiful pink diamonds, not more expensive and which may be suitable for engagement for example.

What is the meaning of the most popular gemstones?

• The diamond is considered the most valuable and hardest gemstone. It is often associated with eternal love and marriage.
• The Ruby is considered a passionate and powerful gemstone. It is often associated with love, wisdom and royalty
• emerald is a brilliant green gemstone that is often associated with tranquility, hope, and healing.
• The Sapphire is a brilliant blue gemstone that is often associated with wisdom, faithfulness, and spiritual strength.
• Opal is a gemstone that exhibits a range of brilliant and changing colors. It is often associated with creativity and luck.
• Amethyst is a purple gemstone that is often associated with balance, peace and serenity.
• Topaz is a yellow or blue gemstone that is often associated with strength and wisdom.
• The Pearl is a gemstone formed in seashells and is often associated with purity and innocence.
• Garnet is a red gemstone that is often associated with love and passion.

Emerald ring. Source: spm

Take your time, seek advice

Haste is a really bad adviser. Start by setting a budget and setting up some criteria, then get started and prospect! Several visits, several sellers. It is also important to sound out your bride… but also and above all her entourage. Others have also gone through this delicate moment: a brother, a friend, a loved one: they will help you. This information will come to you and will greatly enlighten your thinking and then your choice. Remains the jeweler. Most of them are experienced in the exercise: helping the undecided in their quest, proposing, explaining and advising. Feel free to ask them any questions that come to mind.

There are several criteria to take into account to recognize a quality stone:

The colour: For some gemstones, such as diamonds, colorless is synonymous with superior quality. For others, like rubies and sapphires, intense color is a sign of quality.

The purity: A quality gemstone should be free from flaws visible to the naked eye. The purer the stone, the more expensive it will be.

Carat weight: The heavier the stone, the more expensive it will be. However, it is important to note that carat weight should not be the only quality criterion for a gemstone.

The cup: A quality cut for a gemstone should be symmetrical, with precise angles and well-defined edges. A top quality cut will showcase the beauty and colors of the stone.

The quality certificate: A quality certificate details the characteristics of a gemstone and is issued by an independent laboratory. It is important to check that the certificate is issued by a reputable laboratory before buying a gemstone.

As you can see, we do not embark on the choice of a ring or a stone without having informed ourselves in advance. Even if you want to keep it a secret, get help, don’t do it alone.

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Via SPM