Just got thru helping my son pick a diamond for his girlfriend's ring. She picked the shape she wanted (radiant) but then the search began for the right stone - gosh I never knew there was so much to picking the right diamond & how many things determine the cost!!! I think girls mainly look at size & sparkle - but the 4C's as mentioned here were definitely things to consider. First thing to do is know your price range - then pick the shape you are wanting. My son & his girlfriend went to try on rings & certain rings looked better on her hand - she has very small petite fingers & some rings (which she liked & would have picked had she not tried them on) looked terrible! I love the ring he ended up with & know she will too. Fortunately the jeweler told her anything larger than a carat & a half would not look good on her finger. He ended up with a carat & a quarter for about $7000 for the set. GOOD LUCK!!! Maybe go and try some on - you might be surprised what looks best on you!!! |