{"id":6794,"date":"2022-04-29T15:18:59","date_gmt":"2022-04-29T15:18:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cleanorigin.com\/blog\/?p=6794"},"modified":"2023-09-01T19:07:01","modified_gmt":"2023-09-01T19:07:01","slug":"diamond-wedding-rings-101-a-crash-course","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uat.cleanorigin.com\/blog\/diamond-wedding-rings-101-a-crash-course\/","title":{"rendered":"Diamond Wedding Rings 101: A Crash Course"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Your wedding is considered one of the most exciting experiences in your life. It’s only natural to dream about stunning diamond wedding rings<\/a>. Diamonds are among the most beautiful gemstones in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though many people these days choose an alternative metal or center stone for their diamond wedding rings, white gold diamond wedding rings are still the most popular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Engagement Rings and Wedding Bands<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Diamond wedding rings may refer to a diamond engagement ring or a diamond wedding band. Traditionally, an engagement ring is given when engaged. Wedding bands are exchanged as gifts on the wedding day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But just because they’re traditions doesn’t mean everybody does them. Some people only wear an engagement ring and others just the wedding band. Some don’t wear any at all. Whatever your preference is, there are many ways to encapsulate your love story.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Engagement Ring<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

An engagement ring has a metal band called a ring shank. It also may have prongs or a basket that holds the center stone. Collectively, they’re called the ring head.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Quiet Beauty Oval Ring<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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This baby bypasses the traditional round solitaire with a polished band. You might like the look of a polished rose gold setting. Good luck running into this simple gorgeous design in stores. It’s also available in white gold, yellow gold, or platinum. For a contrasting look, consider a yellow diamond ring<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Pirouette Halo Ring<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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This halo engagement ring <\/a>combines a traditional halo setting and fuses it with the polished band of a standard solitaire setting in 14K yellow gold<\/a>. Instead of the halo arranged in a regular circle, they look more like flower petals. If you’re a yellow gold fan, this one is also available in 18K yellow gold. It also comes in white gold, rose gold, and platinum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What if you’re looking for something more non-traditional? There are styles for you too. Check these show-stopping purchases you could be making.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Square Halo with Split Band<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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This engagement ring embodies a unique taste throughout. This ring contains a gorgeous emerald-cut diamond set east-to-west. Finding rings like this locally may prove to be difficult. And if you do, it probably has a regular band. The split shank design in this one will be perfect for the person who plans on wearing one engagement ring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wedding Band<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A diamond wedding ring in the form of a band is common in the world of fine jewelry. You can find them anywhere and everywhere. Many purchase bridal sets that have matching bands. Whether you’re looking for a band to complete a set or as a standalone, there are options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Single Prong Diamond Ring<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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This wedding band will look great against an engagement ring with a straight band. You’ll love the way the light reflects through these with only a single prong. More prongs mean less sparkle. If you don’t love it in rose gold, it’s available in yellow gold, platinum, and white gold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Luisant Diamond Band<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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This rose gold band is perfect for someone who digs the vintage look. It can be difficult to find a vintage ring like this. Many are either delicate or big and flashy. This wedding band sits right in the middle. You’ve got beautiful details in the metal with just a hint of sparkle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This band would be great as a part of a stackable set<\/a> or with a classic solitaire ring. It also comes in white gold, rose gold, and platinum. Yellow gold and rose gold will make it look more vintage, whereas white gold and platinum give it more of a modern twist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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To Shop for Diamond Rings Online or In-Store?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You’ll find a lot of the same rings when you shop locally. Fine jewelry stores have to buy inventory ahead of time, so they buy what’s popular. That means most of your options will be set in white gold. You’ll probably have limited options for rose gold and yellow gold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rose gold settings have increased in popularity, but there aren’t many of them in jewelry stores. Yellow gold used to be popular, and now you rarely see it. And if you’re looking for platinum, you’ll most likely be out of luck. Platinum jewelry is more expensive to keep in stock than yellow gold, white gold, or rose gold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It makes it much harder to find your one-of-a-kind perfect ring when a store only sells what everyone else has. Not only is it difficult to find rings with a different metal color than white gold, but they also don’t usually have different diamond shapes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These stores will tell you the only way to have a truly unique wedding ring is to create a custom design. Unfortunately, the store may cost you way more than you intended to pay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, there’s another option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consider buying your wedding rings online instead of locally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Shop for an Engagement Ring Online?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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There are many benefits to buying engagement rings and wedding bands<\/a> online. There are more options for ring looks, including structure, diamond shape<\/a>, and metals. You choose the specific details of your center stone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a physical retail store, the engagement rings may have similar styles. But online, there’s a world of one-of-a-kind engagement rings and wedding bands to shop for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Need-To-Knows Before Buying Diamond Wedding Rings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many people don’t know how to look for diamond wedding rings online. Diamonds can be pretty overwhelming if you haven’t done your research. So let’s start with the basics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before buying an engagement ring or wedding band, you must know about the 4Cs of diamond quality. These are the four major pillars of a high-quality diamond. They are<\/p>\n\n\n\n