For Men: What You Need To Know Before Buying That Ring

Engagement Ring-Chispa MagazineYou have made the decision to ask your significant other to marry you; hard part over? Not quite. When buying a ring for the moment when you pop that special question, you probably thought that choosing a design would be the hardest part. But, whether it’s a joint decision or a surprise for the bride-to-be, there are some things you must know, to make sure you’re getting what you pay for.

  1. Good Jewelers: When picking a ring, you may have no idea where to start. There are tons of jewelers and even more rings, and they’re all as good as each other right? Sadly, no. Before you start browsing the stores, it’s a good idea to do a bit of research to see which shops are worth having a look at. You can ask family and friends for recommendations, read reviews, and take a look at their website if they have one. If you are shopping online, it’s vital you pick a company you can trust. You’re looking for signs of authenticity, so something that gives you a full history of the company, like the Charles Rose Story, is great.
  2. Buying Online: Speaking of online, should you really buy an engagement ring off the internet? You have to be more careful, as you can’t see the ring until it comes, but it can be safe. Make sure you find a trusted website and check the returns policy and any other small print before buying. The internet can give you a much greater selection, at usually lower prices, so it’s worth taking a look. The easiest way to be safe is find a ring you like in the store, and then see if it’s on the website.
  3. Quality is Key: You may have heard lots about the 4 Cs; this is the way that jewelers assess the quality of a diamond, so it’s definitely worth knowing. The first is color, basically the more colorless, the higher the value, so stay away from yellowy looking stones. Next is clarity, which makes sure the diamond doesn’t have too many irregularities or blemishes. But, fake diamonds will have no blemishes, as it is extremely rare to find a diamond with perfect clarity, which makes them easier to spot as fakes. The cut determines how bright the diamond looks as it will either reflect the light well or it won’t. If you’re unsure, ask to see it outside, as jewelers can use special lighting to make it appear brighter. Lastly is carat, which is easy to understand, larger diamonds are rare, so they are worth more.
  4. Certificate: Do not buy a diamond unless the jeweler is able and willing to show you the original certificate of authentication and provide you with a copy. Not only is it vital to verify that what you’re buying is real, but it’s also handy for insurance purposes. If it ever gets stolen or swapped for a lower quality diamond when you’re having it cleaned (this really happens) you will need it for proof.

Now that you’re ready to get engaged, you can safely buy a good quality ring, all that’s left to do is hope she says, YES.

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Mia Guerra

Mia Guerra

Executive Editor at Chispa Magazine
Executive Editor at Chispa Magazine, Mia Guerra is a writer at heart. Regardless the topic, she loves to investigate, encourage, and ruminate on topics that can make us better people. Aiming to live a Proverbs 31 life, Mia is ecstatic to be following her calling with Chispa. At home she is her husband's sidekick and together they are raising a God-fearing family in Atlanta.

Mia Guerra

Executive Editor at Chispa Magazine, Mia Guerra is a writer at heart. Regardless the topic, she loves to investigate, encourage, and ruminate on topics that can make us better people. Aiming to live a Proverbs 31 life, Mia is ecstatic to be following her calling with Chispa. At home she is her husband's sidekick and together they are raising a God-fearing family in Atlanta.