And How You Can Find The Perfect Ring

Since everything paired with a diamond or two looks phenomenal, determining which is the best diamond jewelry is challenging. However, there are certain diamond jewelry that look and feel better than most. Assuming you are seeking to pair up your engagement ring with something enticing, here’s a list for you. 

The Best Diamond Jewelry

Diamond Necklace

Nothing complements diamond rings better than a diamond necklace. A simple necklace showcasing a small diamond or a diamond pendant emanates a bold statement that will drive through your lady’s heart. 

Several types of diamond necklaces are available. Depending on the personality of your loved one, you can either go for a simple design or try necklaces that boast of complexity. 

The price of diamond necklaces depends on a variety of factors. The most significant factor obviously is the quality and size of the diamonds. Depending on the cut, size, and shape, a diamond necklace can range from $500 to over $36000.

The material and design of the chain also contribute to the overall price, though not as much as the diamond. An 18K white gold or platinum necklace paired with a flawless piece can reach up to $6000. 

A diamond necklace is best worn with simple outfits that work as backdrops for the necklace. Blacks, grays, and pale whites are the fabrics that work best with a simple diamond necklace. If their wardrobe is full of designer clothes, choosing a three-piece pendant could be a wise choice. 

Diamond Stud Earrings

Diamond stud earrings are the most versatile diamond jewelry that goes with any outfit and occasion. There’s nothing better than coupling your enticing diamond rings with a pair of diamond stud earrings. As much as they are great for everyday wear, the same pair also works great for office events.  

When shopping for diamond stud earrings, determining the budget comes first. Although it’s a personal decision, going overboard with a budget that doesn’t justify the occasion may not be the best course of action. A pair of diamond stud earrings start at $200 and can reach up to $35000 if the centerpiece calls for it. 

The choice of metal also determines the quality and price of the earring. Since white gold, yellow gold, and platinum are the most popular choice of metals, the earrings are priced much higher. 

A heavier metal weight will cost you more. Metal weight is determined by how much metal is present in the mix. An 18K gold earring will cost more than a 14K earring. But 18K gold is softer than 14K. If you are tight on budget and want your lady to wear it every day, a 14K diamond stud earring is more than enough.   

Diamond Bracelets

Diamond bracelets are also referred to as tennis bracelets. The name was made popular in 1987, when Chris Evert, a popular tennis player lost her diamond bracelet during a US Open match. 

A classic diamond bracelet dazzles with small pieces of diamond on white gold. The bracelets can be covered in diamonds or have a portion of them covered. And as bracelets are meant to be worn often, a lighter choice could be or the best. 

If you are leading an active lifestyle, bracelets that hang over the wrist may not be the best choice. Hanging diamond bracelets makes working on keyboards challenging. Durability should also be considered for bracelets. A 14K yellow gold bracelet will be more durable than an 18K white gold or platinum bracelet.

As the diamonds in bracelets are so small, the grade of the diamond doesn’t need to be of the highest standard for the bracelets. The certification costs that can reach up to $5000 are saved for diamond bracelets. When choosing the diamond, be mindful to check the brilliance of the piece, reflection, and sparkles.

Diamond Engagement Rings

Diamond engagement rings are the most popular and most sought-after piece of diamond jewelry. The variety of options in terms of size, type, and color of diamond engagement rings offer is one of the various reasons that they are unrivaled. 

Let’s discuss them in detail and understand how to find the perfect diamond ring. 

How to Find the Perfect Diamond Ring

We aren’t going to discuss the most obvious point of all—the budget. But, everything else about diamond engagement rings is discussed below. 

Ring Diamond Size

More than the budget, the size of the diamond for an engagement ring should be determined by the lifestyle of the wearer. The most popular size options are 1.0 carat to 1.25 carat. But in recent times, a shift towards heavier diamonds has been noticed. 

If your partner has an active lifestyle or a busy career, a smaller centerpiece should be a better fit for them. A huge centerpiece means a heavier and larger ring, which can hamper their lifestyle daily. 

Lab-grown diamonds are ethical, cheaper, and cleaner. If you are under a budget constraint, considering lab-grown diamonds that are way cheaper than their counterparts may be a wise alternative to ditching the idea of diamonds. 

Ring Type

There are diamond engagement rings for everyone. Depending on your partner’s preference, you’ll at least be able to find three types of rings that you may want to choose from. Let’s dive into the ring types and discuss what those are.

Solitaire Engagement Rings

Solitaire engagement rings are made up of a single solitary diamond that’s placed on the top of the ring. The solitaire rings deserve a bigger diamond than a halo or pave engagement ring. The bands are also made slimmer to make the diamond look bigger.

Pave Engagement Rings

Pave engagement rings also showcase a centerpiece. However, the bands are also partially covered with micro diamonds to give an outlook of a ring made out of diamonds to the onlookers. The center diamond is mostly round cut in case of pave rings. 

Channel Set Engagement Rings

Prongs, the little metal pieces that hold the diamond in, are absent in channel set engagement rings. The diamond is secured to the band with channel-like grooves. This setup gives the centerpiece a stronger look. 

Three-Stone Engagement Rings

A higher quality, bigger, elevated diamond is showcased in the center with two other smaller diamonds placed on each side of it in three-stone engagement rings. Round, princess, and emerald-cut diamonds are preferred for this ring. 

Halo Engagement Rings

Halo engagement rings are miniature versions of pave rings. The difference between halo rings and pave rings is that in the halo rings, the diamonds only surround the centerpiece and don’t go down to cover the bands. It gives out the impression that the center diamond is bigger and shinier. 

Diamond-Cut Quality

A rough diamond is underwhelming at the best. Diamond technicians cut and polish the rough diamonds to give them a more refined and shinier look. A general misconception is that the cut refers to the shape of the diamond, but that’s not correct. The cut quality is determined by the shine and refraction of the finished diamond. The refractive index is also considered by GIA when determining the cut quality.

The diamonds fall into 5 major cut categories: 

• Excellent
• Very Good
• Good
• Fair
• Poor

We recommend that you always go for the excellent cut quality, even if the diamond is smaller than your liking.

Diamond Source

The ethical, monetary, and emotional attachment to natural diamonds were unparalleled before lab-grown diamonds were introduced. The lab-grown diamonds are similar to natural diamonds in terms of color, shape, and clarity, but are way cheaper. It’s better to go for lab-grown diamonds than buy a lower clarity natural one if the budget is a concern.

Hopefully, you’ve fully understood how to find the best diamond ring from this article. The diamond size is the primary determinant, followed by the ring type and cut quality. The source of your diamonds may also play a role if you are on a budget. Remember that a smaller shinier diamond is better than a huge underwhelming one. 

Good luck!