| So, you've reached that point in your life where | | | | specialists. Visit these online stores and check out |
| you're ready to commit. A true life moment for | | | | what they offer. Then compare this to the high |
| some, a scary one for others. Either way, its time | | | | street. The result is that you will go back online as |
| your purchase an engagement ring. | | | | you realise that you can get much more for your |
| With all the choice out there, however, WHERE do | | | | money. |
| you start. | | | | Determine your budget and stick to it. The fatal |
| First and foremost, its time to do your research. | | | | mistake that many people make is getting carried |
| Diamonds are like anything else. Knowledge is | | | | away. We can't all afford D-flawless diamonds. |
| power, and it will give you the confidence to | | | | The sooner you realise this the better. Only you |
| make a purchase, safe in the knowledge that | | | | know what you are comfortable with spending. |
| you're not getting ripped off. | | | | Don't pay attention to the misconception that you |
| Get online - the internet will be your friend for | | | | have to spend the equivalent of 2 months salary |
| education. | | | | on your diamond engagement ring, its a myth. |
| You'll learn about how diamonds are graded. You'll | | | | And, after all, she will see her engagement ring as |
| understand the 4Cs of diamonds, and how these | | | | a token of your LOVE for her, not as a financial |
| factors influence the beauty and, therefore, the | | | | investment (although you may well see it |
| value of diamonds. | | | | differently!). |
| Speak to her friends and even her mother - its | | | | Above all, speak to some diamond specialists. |
| amazing what information you'll be able to glean | | | | They will be able to guide you and give you some |
| from them. They'll know the metal she prefers, | | | | professiopnal advice. And remember, too much |
| the shape of diamond she prefers, and ultimately, | | | | information can sometimes end up in confusion, |
| what she is expecting! If you're lucky, they'll also | | | | so get to grips with the basics first, then venture |
| know the finger size. This is a true bonus. | | | | into battle. |
| When you know what you are looking for, get | | | | Good luck. |
| back online and do a search for internet diamond | | | | |