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A diamond has long been acknowledged as the hardest substance on the earth known to mankind. No matter where in the world you live, everyone knows that diamonds are highly valued and treasured in all cultures and countries around the globe. What is not as well known is what diamonds are composed of, how they are formed and what it is about them that makes them so very valuable and highly desirable.

A diamond is actually a mineral and begins life as carbon which is then formed over many, many years. In order for the carbon deposits to form into a diamond, the substance must be subjected to certain conditions that tempers and changes the mineral into the rare and beautiful gem. The first diamonds were recorded to have been discovered some 3000 years ago in India.

Ever since those days, diamonds have enjoyed a reputation for their value and their beauty. They are held by many as symbols of status, quality, abundance, power and even royalty. The term diamond comes from the Greek word “adamas,” which mean indomitable.

In fact, in many ancient civilizations, the diamonds were worn by warriors as they marched into battle to symbolize courage, strength and invincibility. This is just one of many examples of how the diamond has become such an integral part of culture, history and lore of many countries.

Today, the majority of the stones come from mines that are located in the countries of central and southern Africa. However, there are still significant numbers of the rare and precious gems that are mined in other parts of the world such as Brazil, Australia, Canada and Siberia, which boasts the single largest diamond mine in the world.

Anyone who has ever shopped for a diamond ring, diamond earrings, or other diamond jewelry are probably very well aware that the De Beers company controls a huge portion of the diamond market. The stones must meet stringent quality standards and the De Beers company is one of the diamond suppliers that is well known for the high quality of gems that they bring to the market. In fact, in some parts of the world, De Beers has even been accused on monopolizing the entire diamond market because of the considerable control they have.

There is no doubt that the diamond is still one of the most desirable and treasured gems of any that are available. Virtually all high-end jewelry is embellished with a diamond or two, which immediately makes a statement about the person wearing such a fine piece of body jewelry. A diamond engagement ring is certainly considered to be the standard that symbolizes love, romance and commitment.

Diamonds will vary a great deal in price based upon on the quality classification of the gem. Four aspects are considered when evaluating the diamond’s value. These four characteristics are the Four “C”s and they are clarity, cut, color and carat.

There is no better way to surprise your future fiancé than by giving her a custom diamond engagement ring.Diamond rings are the quintessential engagement rings that all women love.It,s beauty magnifies manifolds when customized.
 
How to Customize

There are two ways to create a custom diamond engagement ring.Some jewelers provide designs and styles that you can work off of as a base.  On the other hand, you can also create a 100% custom diamond engagement ring by hiring a jeweler to make the ring you are envisioning in your mind a reality. 

There are a few things you need to keep in mind when deciding on the design of your custom diamond engagement ring.  The two most important factors are shape and setting.  It’s easy to figure out what kind of metal to get.  If your fiancé prefers silvery colors, you can get a ring in white gold or platinum.  Then there’s always the classic gold ring. 

The shape of the diamond is also very important.  Look at your fiancé’s jewelry or ask a friend for help to decide on a good shape.  Try to stick with what your fiancé likes because even if you think a particular shape looks great, your fiancé may absolutely hate it.  You don’t want to go out of the way to custom design a ring that your fiancé doesn’t even like.
The setting of the ring is important too.You might wish to have a band that has many little diamonds in it or a big diamond in the middle and two small diamonds on the side of it.  Again, try to keep your fiancé’s tastes in mind when making a decision. 

When choosing a custom diamond engagement ring, you have to keep your budget in mind as well.  Obviously a 100% customized ring is going to be far more expensive than one that is semi-customized.Availability of jewelry design software has made designing and creating a custom engagement ring design simpler and less cumbersome, hence the prices have gone down to a great extent.  Search carefully for a jeweler who can create a ring with your ideas and budget in mind. 

Make no mistake about it.  A custom diamond engagement ring is one of the greatest gifts that you can give your fiancé.  Don’t settle for an unoriginal, run-of-the-mill ring when you can create one that is as special and unique as your fiancé.  So get out there and find a jeweler that can make your visions a reality.

There are many different types of rings that you can use to propose with. You are proposing to the woman of your dreams and you want it to be special. You want it to be special and unique in its class. In this case there is no possiblity of going wrong with respect to antique cushion cut engagement ring. Cushion cut diamond engagement rings aren’t cheap, they’re fairly difficult to find and they’re usually one of a kind. What better way to celebrate your unique love?

Looking For The Ring

Cushion cut diamond engagement rings have rounder edges which makes them really sparkle, especially in candlelight. They are making a comeback and are gaining in popularity among people who want a very special ring to symbolize their love and a cushion cut diamond engagement ringis the ring to do that with. However, we are not talking about a ring that is regular. We’re talking about an antique. That means it’s over twenty five years old. That’s a little harder to come by. But it can be done. First of all you should start with antique dealers. They usually know where to get certain hard to find items. You can check with jewelers, who may be able to get you what you’re looking for, or you can try the internet, where you may be able to find cushion cut diamond engagement rings from long ago and from places far way, such as states or even countries away.

How Much?

You should be prepared to spend a little bit of money on your cushion cut diamond engagement ring. However, it’s worth it when you consider that your bride to be will have a one of a kind ring on her finger. Nobody else in the world will have a ring like the one she does. Is it not worth a little bit of more money? The prices vary depending on the quality of the ring as well as how old it is. One thing needs to be said, however, about buying your ring over the internet. Make sure you are absolutely sure about what you’re getting. Don’t just trust a picture and a block of words. Talk to the seller, see if the seller is credible and get some kind of guarantee that you can return the ring if it turns out that it’s not what you were looking for.

There you have it. What a way to symbolize your love and what a way to usher in this next chapter of your life.

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