Synonymous with diamonds is the word “forever.” This is basically why most people-especially couples-choose this as a symbol of their affection and eternal love for their partner by putting it in a ring or any other jewelry. Unless stolen or lost, real diamonds are meant to stand the test of time and generations. No wonder these are considered as the most expensive mineral used as a gem.
For men, a pair or two of jewelry is enough. But when it comes to women, it is altogether a different story. Most of the time, men have to contend in buying the engagement or wedding ring alone to keep some element of surprise while women would want to have a companion while choosing a ring to get better perspectives.
A ring to stand the test of time
If there were one kind of ring that exemplifies eternal sparkle and beauty, that would be the diamond eternity ring. Long before, diamond eternity rings were already described as the as the best “dress” or the “best wedding ring” because its endless or eternal loop is great symbol of love that would last for eternity.
Generally, all diamond eternity rings are set with a stone or diamond set. These are categorized as a “full eternity” ring-that has stones set completely around the shank-and a “half eternity” ring-which has stones set partially around the shank. Today, many eternity rings come multi-stranded or plaited, among other themes or designs.
If you are looking forward to getting a diamond eternity ring-whether as a wedding or engagement, for purely personal satisfaction, or a major investment-take note of its special characteristics aside from carefully examining the 4Cs-the cut, clarity, color, and carat weight.
In a jewelry store, two diamonds may look alike but they can be very different and just like two diamonds of equal size that have very different values. The four qualities of a diamond namely color, clarity, cut and carat weight determine the real value of the gem you are looking for. These standards are also applicable to most gemstones.
Usually, a full diamond eternity ring costs twice or thrice as much than the half eternity because it has more diamonds. More and more people-especially women-focus in buying half diamond eternity rings that have stones concentrated in the “head” or front of the ring because they can easily be sized compared to full eternity rings, more comfortable to wear, and less expensive.
Bear in mind that square, oblong and round stones are excellent choices for diamond eternity rings because of its continuity.
Don’t forget to compare prices. Diamond eternity rings need not always be expensive. If you have found a design that you really admire in a specific jewelry store or an online jeweler, try looking in other stores because they might be selling the same product with the same specifications for a lesser price. Make sure that you at least have a minor comparison of prices from several different jewelers before you finally buy that princess cut diamond engagement ring.
Check and double-check the bill of sale carefully. After buying your dream diamond eternity ring, make sure that everything about the ring is fully described in written from and explained to you by the jeweler.
The Eternity Ring is intended to symbolise somebody’s everlasting love and devotion. The circle of the ring is the perfect symbol for eternal love; it has no beginning and no end.
Having evolved from wedding rings, they are also worn on the “ring finger”, which is normally the third finger of the left hand.
Traditionally Eternity rings are given at the birth of a first child or a significant anniversary. Some couples choose to exchange these on their first wedding anniversary. Marking that special occasion or event in their lives.
Not only can they symbolise love and marking a special occasion, they can be designed to wish Wealth, Health and Happiness.
H Samuel is one of the many jewellers that have a wide range of eternity rings, featuring the popular diamond eternity rings and other popular stones. With the practical half eternity ring, to the stylish full eternity ring. With Claw of flush gem settings, there are eternity rings to cater for all tastes.
Eternity rings come in gold, white gold or platinum, with this wide and varied choice at H.Samuel and prices and styles that fit any budget and style to mark that special occasion.
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All eternity rings are stone set, often with diamonds, however rubies, sapphires, emeralds and other stones are popular. The gem can compliment the person it is intended for, rubies for red heads, emeralds for piercing green eyes and diamonds for the more traditional ring.
With tradition and strong symbolic sentiment Eternity Rings are ideal to mark a special occasion or simply show someone how much they mean to you. A symbol of “forever” and a gift of love.