The Couple Sets wedding ring is a symbol for romance
A bit of history...
The existence of the engagement ring, a symbol of love has been around since Antiquity. At that time, it was a simple iron ring which was worn on the left ring finger. There there was, as per the beliefs the existence of a vein that connected this finger directly to the heart.
In the Middle Ages, silver and bronze gradually replaced the iron ring.
However, it was during the 15th century that precious stones and diamonds were used in more elaborate settings. At that time, diamonds were typically reserved for the nobility and ensured the love of a couple upon marriage.
Which rings?
More than just a piece jewelry the engagement ring is a symbol for an intimate relationship, which is why it is important to pay particular attention to it.
Especially since choosing an engagement ring can be a major challenge for those who are not experienced. What is the best way to choose between a colored stone or a diamond? You can choose an unpaved or paved ring and preferring pink, white, platinum or yellow gold?
This is also the time it is a good idea to consider the wedding ring to select a ring which will complement the wedding ring.
What size and what type of stone?
The diamond is an image of purity and eternity. It is traditionally the most preferred stone for an engagement ring. It is possible to select a colored gemstone such as sapphire, ruby, or emerald. There are no set rules that can be followed, other than to assess the preferences of your prospective wife.
Stone cutting is an issue of the taste and budget. You can choose from round, oval or pear shapes and square, rectangle, triangular shuttle, and fancy sizes like the heart.
What metal?
The metal and its color are also important. You can pick from white gold, yellow gold platinum or even pink. It is important to pay attention to this selection. Although it is quite reasonable to pick the metal's color by the shade of the skin it is recommended to examine the rings your future wife is wearing to be able to discern her preferences.
What kind of rings do you prefer?
There are a variety of styles for engagement rings. There are three kinds of rings. Also, there is a personalized design that is a unique piece, designed to measure and more unique than any other piece.
Traditional Solitaire
The setting is made with a unique gemstone. This is most likely the purest and most common engagement ring. The traditional frame is able to blend more easily with the wedding ring that you will be wearing in the near future.
The Solitaire, with an entourage, or a pave ring body.
The setting features one central stone, with stones surrounding it, and the ring is made of stones. This allows you to highlight the center stone, and also to highlight a colored stone.
The Trilogy or You & Me
The setting of the Trilogy is comprised of three identical-sized diamonds (Yesterday Today Tomorrow) while the "Toi and Moi" setting is comprised of two stones. The stones could have the same shape and color, or completely different.
Personalized creation - unique piece
Unique piece - Personalized creation can be a great way to create an original and unique piece of jewelry. From the initial sketch to the choice of gems the jewelry is crafted to fit the fashion, morphology, preferences and colors of your partner. This choice has the primary benefit of being able to tailor the exact price to your budget.
What is your budget?
When we select a piece of jewelry, it is important to need to ask ourselves this question. The price of jewelry is mostly determined by the stone that is used as the centerpiece. However, it is also dependent on the type of metal used and the type of frame.
Tradition suggests that the average budget for the wedding ring should be between one and two month's salary. There are no rules or figures, other than to choose an engagement ring that fits your budget and the expectations of your fiancee.