Diamond rings have always been associated with glamour and luxury as the jewel diamond is considered the most precious jewel of all time for women, and sometimes men. It isn’t surprising though, considering the price tag that comes with your purchase. So it’s completely understandable that you gather as much information as you can on diamonds before you make a decision. Traditionally there were only four Cs associated with diamond grading. However, more and more jewelers are adding a fifth C to make it easier for most people to choose the diamond rings that they want.

A diamond’s clarity is established through its inclusions and blemishes. The inclusions are internal irregularities while the blemishes are considered to be the surface flaws. Although diamonds are made out of pure carbon, sometimes, during the process, various minerals tend to mix, producing the inclusions and blemishes. The clarity of a diamond is determined through a 10x magnification by a certified diamond grader. The higher the clarity the more expensive a diamond ring will be. People tend to misconstrue carat as the diamond’s price value but the truth is a diamond’s carat signifies the gem’s measure of weight. Since large diamonds are rare compared to their smaller counterparts, the price of diamond rings which boast a higher carat also tend to become more expensive.

The perfect diamond rings are considered to be colorless. Although there are diamonds that have a hint of color in them, their prices tend to drop. Diamonds with a yellow tinge are cheaper and are given the lowest grade while diamonds that are colorless are given the highest marks. Perhaps the most essential yet the most difficult part to achieve is the perfect cut. How a diamond is cut can significantly affect its brilliance and its price value in the market. Poorly cut gems have the lowest grades while diamonds that are perfectly cut are given the highest marks by diamond grades. Typically, diamonds rings that showcase a perfectly cut diamond are also more expensive.

Women love their diamonds. And being naturally protective of what they love, bezel setting is perfect. Having a metal rim enclosing it snugly will protect the diamond from harsh elements like dust, dirt and oil. All of which are known culprits in causing the gradual dullness of a diamond. Women are more likely to give sentimental value to a jewelry piece they hold dear. Which makes the bezel settings quite appropriate as the metal rim will lock the diamond securely in its place. There is less likelihood of the stone falling off or getting snagged by clothes.

Women likes to preserve a stone’s innate beauty. Perhaps this applies to men as well. With a more streamlined design, the diamond is less likely to come in contact with any other elements that may mar its appearance. You’re less afraid that the stone will accidentally get scratched when it touches hard objects. A bezel setting gives you flexibility. It all comes down to personal preferences. More than anything else, a ring is something very personal. It’s only appropriate that you have a say on how it looks. With bezel settings, you do have the option of setting it with platinum, gold or silver. Most people prefers platinum but it is your opinion that should count in this case.

Its streamlined and understated appearance gives it a look fit for a nobility. Beautiful yet unassuming. Brilliant yet never flamboyant. It gives the wearer a sense of classic elegance unique on its own. Some people would say that a bezel setting design would occlude the diamond and diminishes the brilliance of the stone. This is one unfounded myth. While the metal rim would enclose a good deal of the diamonds edges, light pass through the surface of the diamond which is basically left uncovered. This way, a diamond’s sparkle will never be obscured. Of course, when shopping for the perfect ring much thought must be given to the pros and cons of each individual designs. However, getting something that looks very nice in overall design is just as important for something as significant and symbolic as a ring.