How to choose an engagement ring?

The moment when you propose marriage to a dear, important and beloved person is a moment that you prepare for quite a bit. There is great excitement in anticipation of the proposal and the presentation of the important question. It is not for nothing that many people look for original and unforgettable ideas, so that this moment becomes a pleasant souvenir on the way to the life together of the two couples. The engagement ring plays a very important part in ensuring that the ceremony itself becomes even more special, and therefore a large part of the preparations for the marriage proposal will be devoted to choosing the right and most suitable ring. In the era in which we live, there are so many options and it is very important to pay attention to where you approach and on what features you base your decision.

When you start thinking about choosing an engagement ring, you should think about several features and characteristics that should be part of the decision:

• The raw material – what material will the ring be made of? Today, there is a huge selection of raw materials that can both stand on their own and be combined with other raw materials.
• The properties of the ring – its color or strength will be determined based on the materials from which it is made.
• Budget-friendly – ​​It is very easy to get carried away with the different designs and types when choosing an engagement ring. Sticking to a fixed, pre-determined budget reduces your options in advance and will not cause you financial harm.
• Size – In the world of jewelry design, it is possible to choose a ring size that fits the circumference of your finger. There are standard sizes, and of course, you can also order custom-made engagement rings in unusual sizes.
• Combination of gemstones – Those who intend to have a Jewish wedding according to Halacha will not be able to use a wedding ring that has decorations or a combination of diamonds and gemstones. Therefore, the engagement ring is the one in which it is possible and desirable to also combine a diamond. The diamond can be small or large, clear or colored, as long as it suits the person giving the ring and the person who is supposed to receive it.
• Where and how do you buy? On the one hand – you can come to the store and choose a ring from the existing selection, some will prefer the convenient way of ordering an engagement ring online , there is another option that is both interesting and exciting – personal design according to the order of the person buying the ring. This way, you can design the ring in a way that best suits the person who is supposed to receive it and it will be unique, original and one of a kind.

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How do you choose from the different types of gold?

The choice between yellow, red or white gold is not only a choice related to the final color of the ring but much more than that. 24-karat gold – which is considered the highest purity gold – is too soft a raw material and is therefore not common in the jewelry industry. Jewelry made of 18-karat gold is usually the highest quality and best. You can also find rings today with a lower percentage of gold (a smaller number of carats) – then they will be combined with additional raw materials in the mixture. This is why the familiar yellow gold consists of a mixture of additional metals that enhance the yellow color and deepen its luxurious shine.
For more information on the differences between 18K and 24K .

In order to achieve the silvery, shiny color of white gold, raw gold is mixed with other metals such as silver or nickel. The outer layer is usually a layer made of rhodium plating – a material that may wear away over time but can be repaired simply and quickly. Red gold, which is expressed in brown-colored rings – also mixes a combination of metals such as copper, for example, which enhance the hue and give the ring its special color. Another option is to create a ring that combines the three common colors of gold.

A white gold engagement ring is considered the most common and sought-after ring. White gold actually gives the ring a silvery, shiny, and shiny appearance, and it looks very beautiful and luxurious. In many cases, this will be the preferred choice for quite a few couples. Those who prefer the modest direction can choose a classic, thin engagement ring, one that does not attract much attention and after the wedding - will blend perfectly with the new wedding ring, which will certainly look substantially different. An engagement ring with a prominent and special diamond will look no less spectacular and will blend wonderfully with a wedding ring in which it is usually impossible to add a diamond.

Why is it advisable to invest in an engagement ring?

There is a widespread opinion among the public that engagement rings are never worn after the wedding. Many cases indicate that this is a wrong opinion, as many people continue to wear their engagement ring even after the wedding. The reason for this is simple – there is a very high emotional connection and value to the ring, and therefore it becomes a daily routine for the person who wears it. There is no real reason to stop wearing it, and of course a considerable amount of money was invested in it, so why should it remain in a box like a stone that has no return?

When buying an engagement ring – don't compromise!

It is very important to invest the necessary resources in choosing the right and perfect engagement ring. It will remain forever as a souvenir of the marriage proposal and will become a piece of jewelry that accompanies the recipient on a routine and daily basis. Even though it is received as a complete surprise, we become attached to it immediately and cannot part with it. It must be of high quality and durable, made of raw materials that are no less excellent and strong, and of course, whoever sells or designs it must be a leading professional in the world of jewelry in general and in the world of rings in particular. Choosing a personally designed ring is a choice that many couples have been making in recent times.

It is worth knowing that even if the budget is limited, it is possible to find an engagement ring that meets the criteria and will not fall short in quality or in its special design of rings in which larger sums of money have been invested. This is precisely the great advantage of personal design – the designer will know exactly how to achieve the perfect ring in every way – including the financial issue. For those looking for the unique ring, the one that is not in any store and will not be in the possession of anyone else – the option of personal design is exactly what will suit them and will be perfect for the special marriage proposal they are planning.