Diamond Rings Really are Forever
Traditionally, diamond rings have come to symbolise love and marriage. Rings are often given throughout marriage to help re-affirm the marriage vows and as a declaration of enduring love. What better way to celebrate the most important relationship in your life! Solitaire rings are commonly used to mark an engagement, with a range of cuts available including round, heart, Princess Diamond and emerald (rectangular). More and more couples also have wedding bands decorated with diamonds. It is also traditional to give different sorts of rings and diamond jewellery throughout marriage, particularly eternity rings and trilogy rings. Eternity rings are bands that are set with diamonds, sometimes along with other gemstones including ruby, emerald, aquamarine and amethyst. Traditionally, the endless loop of stones around the band represents eternal love. Eternity rings are usually worn on the wedding ring finger alongside other rings. However, there are no hard or fast rules. Eternity diamond rings are gold or platinum rings which are set with small diamonds or other precious stones, either all of the way around the ring (“eternity ring”) or partially around the ring (“half-eternity ring”). Half-eternity rings give the effect of a full eternity ring, but are more affordable. Depending on the setting of the stones, many women find them more comfortable to wear. More traditional “claw” settings give a raised appearance and feel, whilst “flush” or “channel” settings (where the diamond is set into the metal of the ring”) are subtler.
Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
A full eternity ring will have to be custom-ordered as few jewellers carry these in all sizes. iamond rings are the ideal romantic gift for wedding anniversaries. Diamond eternity rings are often given at a first wedding anniversary or major occasion, such as the birth of a first child. At a firth anniversary, a sapphire and diamond eternity ring is popular, and a twentieth anniversary is often celebrated with the gift of an emerald and diamond eternity ring. For the most romantic of gifts, ruby and diamond eternity rings are popular for the 40th (“Ruby”) wedding anniversary. Trilogy rings, with three diamonds, also have a romantic meaning and are commonly given at significant times throughout a marriage. The three stones are said to represent a couples past, present and future.
Eternity and trilogy rings come in all shapes and styles, and can be made from white gold, gold and platinum. This means it is easy to match the new ring with other jewellery and personal taste. For those looking for something a little different, there is also a great choice of affordable designer and handmade jewellery. There are steps you can take at home to ensure that your diamond rings last as long as your marriage. Avoid heavy and dirty work whilst wearing your beautiful diamond ring. Ring settings may be loosened or knocked. Clean the gemstone itself gently with a soft toothbrush and a little soap. A jeweller should professionally clean a diamond ring each year.