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Everything You Need to Know About Engagement Ring Shopping
Frequently asked questions about shopping for an engagement ring, with answers you need to know
Engagement ring shopping is one of the most important shopping hunts you’ll ever do. It’s also one of the best experiences you can have. But only if you have easy access to all the things you need to know .
These full, complete answers will show you what you should know before buying an engagement ring.
Learn what you need to know to avoid making a mistake or being ripped off. Come back often, as new questions are answered all the time.
And if you have a question about engagement ring shopping that isn’t yet answered here, email me at howtoshopforadiamond at “the G” ;) to ask. I’ve been in this business for since 2007 and I’ll give you a personal response.
Meanwhile, enjoy this convenient guide to learning what you should know as you begin shopping for an engagement ring.
Engagement Rings Under $1,000: The Complete Guide
Can you get a good engagement ring for under 1,000 dollars? Absolutely. I show you ten examples of diamond engagement rings for under $1,000. Complete with links.
Lime green diamonds: meanings, prices and excellent alternatives
Lime green diamonds refer to diamonds that are the color of the skin of a lime, quietly vivid and dark green. Or they can be the color of the inside fruit of a lime — that translucent citrus green. This article shows you the truly stunning prices, as well as beautiful alternatives.
Green Diamonds: Prices, Kinds, and How to Find One You Can Afford
Green diamonds are made green from exposure to radioactivity over billions of years.
They’re not radioactive, but they rare. Cost ranges from affordable to extravagant. Here’s how to find a green diamond you love at an affordable price.
Diamond Fluorescence. Don’t Buy Until You Read This.
If you’ve landed here wondering: “Is faint fluorescence OK in a diamond?” “Why does my diamond look blue in sunlight?” “Can sun damage diamonds?” “What causes fluorescence in diamonds in sunlight?” “How does fluorescence in sunlight affect price in diamonds?” “How can I filter to shop only for diamonds without fluorescence?” “How can I filter […]
Is it safe to buy diamonds on the Internet?
“Diamonds on the Internet” should be a meme. Here’s why: Diamonds may be the perfect item to buy on the Internet. And the Internet may be the perfect way to buy diamonds. (Ok, spoiler alert … it is.) This thorough yet brief article makes the case for why it’s safe to buy diamonds on the […]
How to make an engagement ring diamond look bigger
Quick intro to making your engagement ring diamond look bigger Wondering how to make an engagement ring look bigger? Here are 15 expert tips on exactly how to make your diamond look larger, no matter your budget. You can absolutely make your diamond look bigger than it is by carat weight, without going up in […]
Which diamond cut looks the biggest?
You can choose a diamond cut (also called a diamond shape) which looks bigger than it really is. So which diamond cuts look the biggest, out of all the popular diamond shapes? Quick Answer The marquise cut or marquise shape is the diamond cut which looks the biggest. How a diamond can look bigger than […]
What’s the difference between diamond shape and diamond cut?
The difference between diamond “cut” and diamond “shape” is easy to understand, once it’s explained. The confusion comes up only because the word “cut” is used to refer both to the shape of a diamond and also to the quality of the cutting of the diamond. Quick answer Examples like “princess cut” and “cushion cut” […]