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Tips on Choosing a Three Stone Diamond Ring

Luis JJ Teixeira asked:




You want to buy your loved one that ultimate ring, be it for an engagement, anniversary or other special occasion. You needn’t look at any other type of ring than a three stone diamond ring.

This type of ring obviously had three stones set in it. The diamond in the middle is the largest of the diamonds. It symbolizes the love you have for that special person presently. There are two smaller diamonds on either side of the large diamond. One stone symbolizes past love while the other symbolizes future love.

Diamonds are forever and represent romance, power and love. They are all-enduring and represent your love for another person. Unfortunately, we all know that diamonds come at a price. As always, you need to look at your budget as this will affect the size of the stones that you can afford.

If you want to make your ring more unique, a suggestion would be to look at the different gems out there that may have more meaning to you than a diamond as such, and incorporate them into the precious ring.

You obviously want to find the best ring for your loved one and a bit of time and research will help you make the right choice. Surf the internet, look out for specials, learn more about diamonds and possibly other gemstones. You can even go to a jewelry store or two to find assistance. The answers to most of your questions will be found online. The problem with going to a jewelry store is that you might not get the right service from the salespeople and you might get suckered into making a purchase that you actually cannot afford.

Take you time when making any choices. You can even design your own ring online these days. Things may be quite different to a number of years ago, but buying a ring over the internet these days is becoming more and more commonplace. It is a much faster means of being able to compare rings online because you can compare apple with apples, as long as you understand the differences in the four C’s of diamonds.

If you do find your ultimate ring online, make sure that you don’t get taken for a ride. You need to ensure that you are making a purchase through a reputable dealer where you are given a money back guarantee if you’re not completely satisfied with the ring, and that you are provided with a certificate of authentication.

You may find the ultimate ring at an antique store if you’re looking for something more romantic and ‘older’ as such. You’d best know as much about diamond rings though to prevent getting taken for a ride.

Whatever the reason for you wanting to purchase a three stone diamond ring, it’s important that you understand the meaning of your purchase. The woman in your life will surely be overwhelmed whether you’re proposing or showing your ongoing love and commitment. It will be a well-treasured gift for life.

Resetting a Diamond in an Heirloom Ring

Vanessa Simmons asked:




There are instances when you may want to reset the diamond in an old ring. Maybe it was a ring that has been passed down from generation to generation, or maybe it was a ring that was purchased at an antique shop or at an estate sale. Your reasons for resetting the diamond may vary depending on the origin of the engagement ring.

Changing An Engagement Ring Setting

How or why you choose to change the setting is very personal and will likely vary based on your sentimental attachment to the ring. If it was a wedding ring that has been passed down in the family you may not want to change the look of the ring too much. But if it was a vintage ring purchased somewhere like an antique store you might have less attachment and instead you may have some creative ideas of how to modify it to fit your style.

Some women, who keep the diamond wedding ring after a divorce, want to use the diamond for a new piece of jewelry. It can be used to make a pendant or something else that looks very different from the original piece of jewelry.

Creating A New Look

After some careful thought you can figure out how to improve the look of the ring and design it to fit your style. In some cases this may mean making it more functional for your lifestyle and in other cases it may be to improve the appearance of the diamond.

If you have an active lifestyle or you work with your hands a lot you may want to take a ring with a high setting and lower it so your ring doesn’t get in the way as much and bump against things so easily.

If the diamond already has a bit of a yellow tone you might want to remove it from a gold setting and set it in silver or platinum instead to reduce the yellowish look.

If you want a little color in your engagement ring you may want to add your birthstone or other gemstones, like sapphires, to the setting.

If the diamond has a noticeable flaw or slight damage you may want to set it in a way where it is less noticeable or more protected.

Considerations And Questions

It is important to find someone you trust to reset your diamond. Ask friends and family if they have had experience with a trusted jeweler. Look for someone who gives you a detailed explanation of the resetting process and someone who can help you determine the best look.

To help you find a qualified jeweler there are some questions you should ask. Ask for examples of their work and references. Ask about the certification level of the person who will be doing the work. Make sure they are insured for theft and other forms of loss to protect your diamond. And ask if the work will be done at that location; if it will be sent make sure you feel comfortable with their transportation process.

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