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6 Steps to Inspecting A Diamond Before You Buy

When you’re shopping for an engagement ring, you’re really shopping for a diamond.  Knowing the majority of your cash will be spent on these precious stones, you should educate yourself on how to examine them properly.  Steer clear of costly mistakes – look over these quick and easy guidelines to examining diamonds - you’ll feel much better about your final purchase! 

How To Buy An Engagement Ring Online

There are many ways to protect yourself from losing money on a bogus online jeweler.  Credible, reliable vendors offer most, if not all, of the requirements listed below.  Look them over before the making any purchases – it’s a good checklist.  If you need more info, call the vendor and use this as a guide. 

Jewlers vs. Diamond Brokers - Who Should I Choose?

You have the option of purchasing your diamond from either a Jeweler or a diamond broker.  There are several considerations that you will want to factor into your decision as to which of these to use.  Although they are similar, the services that a Jeweler and diamond broker offer are different.

Diamond Alternatives: Cubic Zirconia

Diamond Alternatives – Cubic Zirconia

A truly large misconception is that if you buy anything but a diamond for an engagement ring, you’re short changing your bride to be.  Many people think this because they don’t understand the two most popular diamond alternatives, cubic zirconia and Moissanite.  Did you know that some cubic zirconia and Moissanite pieces provide diamond alternatives in stunning ring sets?

Engagement Ring Financing: Should I do It?

Engagement rings are a lifetime purchase that can become very costly.  Fortunately, there are options to allow you to be able to afford an engagement ring of your dreams through engagement ring financing.  You want to take into consideration several factors when making the choice for financing.

How to Surprise Her with an Engagement Ring She’ll Love

Relax – you’ve got nothing to worry about. She’s been giving you those doe-eyed “marry me” gazes for months now, right? She’s not going to prolong the proposal by letting you stumble through jewelry stores clueless.

On to the advice. Depending on your situation, there are a few things you can do to get the info you need without ruining the surprise.

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