Diamond Jewelry

There is the history that goes into diamond formation and processing that gives it special appreciation the world over.  If you go into the history of diamond formation, you are looking at a natural process of billions of years of being gestational deep within earth.  This is followed by extremely arduous processes of mining, cutting, polishing, and fashioning. Seen this way, the number of earth hours and skilled man hours that go into a diamond make diamond jewelry the highly valued product they are.  And it is but natural for romance to be associated with them.  For when we talk about cutting and polishing, these are no ordinary processes.  Each diamond has to be carefully scrutinized and faceted to bring out the maximum potential inherent in its raw state.  Given their long journey from within earth to being close to you in the form of a pendant, earrings or rings, you are indeed lucky if you have even one of these.

Diamond jewelry has romanced generations across continents.  While there are famous diamonds in history, attracting the rich and famous; now there are lesser known ones, and available at affordable prices.  Diamond jewelry is very popular as diamond earrings, diamond pendants and diamond rings.  They make the ideal gift for all occasions.

Diamond Rings

Diamond rings are most famous as engagement rings.  Diamond ring is a sacred band of promise, of love, of commitment, symbolizing all these for eternity.  As they say, if it is to show your love, then it has to be a diamond ring.  There were times when men exchanged promise rings, now rings are used for other occasions like graduation, sweet sixteen, push present and others.

Diamond Earrings

There are many types of earrings that are available and as it is diamonds can never go wrong, but knowing the face type and choosing earrings accordingly can help in accentuating the best in your face.

Diamond Pendants

They are the best gift that would always stay near her heart.  You can choose from various designs available.  There are solitaire pendants in yellow and white gold, or there are a host of other designs to adorn her neckline.

Diamond jewelry might be the most valuable thing that one could have.  It is a special investment of money and emotions that one makes.  Therefore; before you buy them it is very important to educate yourself on the basics about them.  This would help to buy the best in your budget.

The 4Cs

Firstly, there are the 4Cs, which are the main factors that determine the quality of a diamond.  These 4Cs are Cut, Clarity, Color and Carat.  Each of them contributes greatly and plays its role in giving a diamond its brilliance, fire and perfection.  Although each of these are important but then some influence more and hence it is important to find the right combination of all these .

Diamond Cut

Cut is not the shape but the 'make' of the stone.  It is the stone's proportionality and finish that are the greatest influences on the stone's fire and brilliance.

Diamond Clarity

Even diamonds are not free from impurities.  Lesser is the presence of these, clearer the diamond and more valuable.

Diamond Color

People often think that diamond is colorless, but within, there is usually a tint of yellow or brown.  The degree of this varies, making a diamond near colorless more valued.

Diamond Carat Weight

It is the weight of a diamond.  A large diamond is very rare to find and hence more valuable than a group of small diamonds which equal the same weight.

Once you are acquainted with the 4C's, you can go ahead and decide what kind of diamond jewelry you want, a pendant, a ring, or earrings.