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A diamond’s certificate represents a third-party’s evaluation of the diamond’s condition on a specific date. It should tell you: The inspection date Shape Cut style Diamond measurements (length, width, and height) Carat weight Color grade Clarity grade Additional information the diamond graders found It might also include: Cut grade Fluorescence Finish’s polish Finish’s symmetry Comments … Read more

While there are traditional categories of anniversary presents associated with specific anniversaries, it is rarely followed by all but the most traditional of families. Whether a person’s anniversary present fits the traditional gift category or not is not nearly as important as the love that is shown by the gift’s selection. If a couple is … Read more

An invitation to a party should not be considered a solicitation for a gift by any participant—the host, guests of honor, or other guests. People have been invited to share in a celebration. The gifts they bring are happiness and good wishes for the engaged couple. If they feel moved to express those feelings with … Read more

Timing An engagement ring is traditionally given at the time of, or soon after the acceptance of, a wedding proposal. Wedding rings are exchanged at the wedding ceremony and worn starting at that time. Who Wears It In the United States, traditionally women receive engagement rings. Some couples prefer for both—or neither—person to wear engagement … Read more

The earliest mention of wedding rings is found with the ancient Egyptians, about 4800 years ago. In ancient Rome, a woman’s acceptance of a wedding ring was a legally binding agreement to be linked to her betrothed. Rings were often made of iron, a sign of strength. In the 12th century, Pope Innocent the Third … Read more

A couple becomes engaged very simply. One proposes to the other; the second person accepts. They are officially engaged. They do not need to sign any documents, have their engagement notarized or entered into some court record, or even exchange gifts. If they do exchange some sort of present, in the United States, 75% of … Read more

If you’ve been shopping for the best diamond price, it can be irritating to reach the final step of providing your credit card information and find out using your credit card will cost you another 1-3% above the original price. On the other hand, when you prepare to pay and are told you can save … Read more

There are two ways to sell a diamond: to industry insiders or to the general public.  In either case, the first step is to have the diamond graded by a reputable third-party.  Gemological laboratories grade loose diamonds for approximately $100 per carat, and the complete process takes about two weeks.  If the diamond already has … Read more