Thursday, June 16, 2011

Stunning Engagement Rings In Naperville To Choose From

By Marsha Silva


The giving of an engagement ring is a symbol of love, honor and commitment. It is a special piece of jewelry that carries hopes and dreams by the couple for a long and happy life together. Although nowadays many people combine the engagement and wedding band many are still giving engagement rings Naperville.

These rings are the visual seal of an agreement between two people. Tradition, custom and myths surrounding these bands vary from country to country. Although conventionally adorned with a diamond, modern times have seen a number of other precious stones and metals being chosen.

A ring being a circle that has no beginning or end symbolizes a couple's togetherness and their eternal commitment to one another. The wearing of a band on the fourth finger of the left hand dates back into mists of time. Because the ancients believed that a vein in the fourth finger was directly connected to the heart it made wearing a ring on that finger greatly significant.

Fortunately the materials utilized to make rings nowadays have changed from those made of hair, shells, beads and grass given in ancient times. The choice and variety available today includes a wide range of precious and semi-precious gemstones and metals.

Although a large percentage of people may still choose a diamond, stones such as emeralds, rubies and sapphires are becoming increasingly popular. Gold, white gold, sterling silver, platinum and titanium are the types of metal mostly used for the manufacture of ring settings. Large quantities of ready-made bands of good quality can be found nowadays that cater for all budgets.

Designer jewelers offer a range of ready-made settings that people can choose from and then select their own stone. Custom made rings are also made for those who are looking for a one of a kind ring. Gems can be bought directly from diamond and precious gem dealers.

Online shopping has opened a new vista for dealers, manufacturers and purchasers. Guaranteed and certified goods from around the globe are now on offer. The dealers using this method to sell their wares cover all sales with their warranty.

At engagement rings Naperville the staff will be only too happy to discuss the color, carat, clarity and cut of any diamond one wishes to purchase. These stones are value graded from D, being the best quality, to a Z which has lesser value. Square and round cuts seem to be the most favored cut for a diamond.




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