Diamond engagement rings symbolize true love, dedication and commitment. It is proudly and traditionally worn by a bride-to-be as a powerful symbol that she is 'taken' and will soon be married to her true love. The ring is viewed as an indication of love, faith, fidelity, celebration, and the wealth of the groom. By placing the ring on his soon-to-be-wife, the groom gives the world an outward demonstration that he not only loves his special someone, but also can afford to marry her and take her from her father's care. Diamond engagement rings, with their perfect clarity and indestructible nature, have come to symbolize the purity and eternal commitment between a man and his wife.
You must be aware of the fact that diamonds are relatively new as gemstones for , the result of some very clever marketing by the diamond trade industry about 150 years ago. Other precious gemstones like sapphires, rubies, pearls and emeralds served as symbols of an engagement to be married in many countries, especially among royalty. Today, diamond engagement rings dominate the bridal jewelry industry. Diamonds are mainly favored for the setting of engagement rings because of their stunning merits. No matter what you personally decide for your lady, but your special someone will always expect a diamond engagement ring! That's the reason; estimated 80% of all the engagement rings sold every year are studded with diamonds.
The other reason for supremacy and popularity of diamond is that it comes now in more variations, settings, shapes and even in colors. Nowadays, more and more soon-to-be-engaged couples are selecting the together. When couples exchange their engagement rings to each
other, they more than likely can't wait to tell their friends all about their engagement rings. And diamond engagement ring is a sort of ring that makes people take notice and it sends a message to your bride-to-be that she is unique and so special for you. Diamond ring truly complements love.
Current bridal fashion trends favors a solitaire diamond engagement ring set in a band of yellow or white gold, sterling silver, or platinum. However, there are limitless rings for you to choose from, or have custom-designed on online jewelry stores. The cut of the diamond may catch your eye; Princess cut, Tiffany cut, Cartier cut, Square cut, Pear cut, Teardrop cut, Bezel cut, or Round cut - all are mesmerizing and irresistible. The gorgeous Trilogy ring with its three equal-sized diamonds is said to represent the past, the present, and the future. The clarity of the diamond engagement ring is important to many brides. Clear white diamonds of SI-1 or SI-2 have no carbon specks or flaws. Most diamond engagement rings must pass rigorous tests by the Gemologist International Association to be declared IF-VS2 clarity, and are considered to be either Ideal or Premium cut. Alternatively, some buyers actually prefer to have a carbon speck deeply imbedded in their diamond as a reminder that the diamond is a creation of nature, formed from the blackest carbon into a thing of eternal beauty.
So, it can be said that nothing complements love better than diamond. Diamond jewelry and love are forever.