Yosef Adelman

There is no denying the fact that the process of diamond ring shopping is overwhelming and frightening for the majority men. Some men even claim that mustering the courage to go on their knees to propose to their loved one is much easier than shopping for the right diamond engagement ring for their fiancée.

Just a few months ago, Prince Harry proposed to the ‘Suits‘ star, Meghan Markel, by gifting her an elegantly designed diamond engagement ring that contained multiple gemstones. The base of the diamond engagement ring was yellow in color because it Harry knew it was Meghan’s favorite color.

Diamond engagement rings are one of the most valuable and expensive pieces of jewelry that most of us will ever own. Therefore, if you wish to get good value for your investment, then you must certainly know a few things about diamonds. For instance, having a clear knowledge of the 4 C’s, ring settings, styles, etc., will enable you to grab the best deals in the market.

Of all the diamond shapes, cushion-cut diamond is the most popular nowadays because of its striking shape, elegance, and value. An antique cushion cut diamond ring is totally different from modern diamond rings, and often holds a higher value than the contemporary styles.

Everyone wants a spectacular diamond engagement ring, but most want it an affordable price. However, you might not want to compromise on the brilliance or quality of the gemstone in your search for a budget friendly diamond ring. So below are some useful tips that you can consider to cut down the costs.

Both ruby and garnet are beautiful stones that are an intense red in color, which makes it imperative to know how to avoid confusing the two. Simply put, you do not want to pay the price of a ruby and get a garnet, although nothing says that garnets are not worth buying. There is, however, a gap in  value and you don’t want to waste money on a stone you thought was something else.

Cushion shaped diamond rings or pillow diamond rings are those that feature a gemstone that is rectangular or square in shape and flaunts rounded corners. The overall appeal of this gemstone replicates a brilliant cushion or a pillow, hence the name. Currently, this is one of the most popular options for diamond engagement rings, especially the vintage ones. Below are some of the pros and cons of pillow diamonds.