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Buying Guide- Engagement Rings

Comparing the centre stone (natural diamond vs lab-grown diamond vs gemstone), diamond 4Cs (cut/colour/clarity/carat), diamond certification, ring metal (platinum, white/yellow/rose gold), ring setting types (solitaire, halo, bezel), ring size and fit, ethics, and aftercare/insurance.

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Centre Stone Type

  • Natural diamond (mined)

    : a diamond formed naturally and mined. Price is driven by rarity and the 4Cs (cut, colour, clarity, carat). Ask for an independent grading report for meaningful comparison between stones.

  • Lab-grown diamond

    : a real diamond (same chemical composition and crystal structure as a mined diamond) created in a controlled environment. Lab-grown diamonds often offer a larger size or higher 4C grades for the same budget. They should still be graded by an independent lab.

  • Gemstones

    (e.g., sapphire, ruby, emerald): chosen primarily for colour and personality. Durability varies—some stones need more protective settings and more careful wear. Ask whether the stone has been treated (common for many gems) and what care is recommended.
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Diamond Quality - The 4Cs

  • Cut (most important for sparkle): cut quality controls brightness, fire, and scintillation. For round brilliant diamonds, prioritise top cut grades first—an excellent cut can make a smaller diamond look more lively than a larger, poorly cut stone. For fancy shapes (oval, pear, marquise), ask about light performance and check for issues like a visible “bow-tie”.
  • Colour: many buyers choose near-colourless grades for a bright white look. Yellow or rose gold can visually soften warmth, potentially letting you prioritise size or cut over very high colour grades.
  • Clarity: aim for eye-clean—no inclusions visible face-up at normal viewing distance. Inclusions near the edges can be more risky for certain shapes; ask where inclusions sit and whether they affect durability.
  • Carat (weight): carat is weight, not face-up size. Two diamonds with the same carat weight can look different sizes depending on shape and proportions.
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Ring Metal Type

Metal choice affects colour, feel, maintenance, and long-term wear. For engagement rings (worn daily), prioritise durability and serviceability—you want a metal that can be polished and maintained over decades.

  • Platinum

    : naturally white, dense, and strong—popular for secure prongs. It can develop a soft patina with wear and can be repolished during servicing.

  • 22K gold

  • :This is not suited for setting precious stones as gold’s natural state is softer and malleable  than other metals.  This is why gold purity is diluted with other metals such as copper or silver to make the jewellery item more hardwearing and durable for everyday use  such as engagement rings. 22K Gold  is hallmarked at 916.  

  • 18K gold

    Lower gold content than 22k  and a rich colour. Slightly softer than lower-karat gold alloys, so slim bands and delicate settings may show wear sooner. This is hallmarked at 750.A popular  choice for most engagement  rings a and retains value.  

  • 14K gold

    : a common durability/value balance and harder due to higher alloy content.This is hallmarked at 585

  • 9K gold

    : durable and budget-friendly with very lower gold content; colour can vary by alloy and it may look less rich than 14K/18K.This is hallmarked at 375.