Archive for the Engagement Category

23 January, 2012

A step by step process for choosing your engagement ring (Part 2 of 2)

7. Pick the Metal Out… Many engagement rings are platinum, yellow or white gold. You should do your research and pick out the best type of metal. 8. The Specs on Platinum… Did you know that platinum is known for being one of the strongest metals out there? In fact, it is considered to be rarer than…

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09 January, 2012

What does gold carat mean?

9ct, 14ct, 18ct, you will hear these numbers mentioned a lot when speaking with jewellers, but what do they mean and what is the difference between them? By the end of this explanation, your knowledge of gold, particularly with regards to 9, 14 and 18ct will be much clearer and by assessing the purpose in…

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28 December, 2011

Man’s Guide: What do I need to look for in a ring

Knowing where to start looking is actually harder than it should be, with the vast variety of choice that is available. Luckily, research is readily obtainable and with some basic knowledge, you’ll be more confident when making a purchase, thus making it harder for the sales person to pull the ‘wool over your eyes’. Before…

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06 December, 2011

Don’t fancy an ordinary diamond? Then how about a coloured stone?

Only 1 in 10,000 mined diamonds are a natural coloured or fancy diamond, meaning that most jewellers in the world have never seen a coloured diamond. Although, available in a range of stunning colours, due to their rarity, these diamonds are also the most expensive. Champagne/Cognac Diamonds Although, not as rare as the pink diamond,…

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