Engagement Ring : What is it?
| An engagement ring is a ring given to a woman by a man to signify their “engagement,” or their intention to get married. The engagement ring is typically worn by the woman on the ring finger of her left hand, throughout the period of engagement. The engagement ring includes: a precious metal band that goes around the finger, usually made of silver, gold, or platinum; the setting, which is the part of the ring that holds the stone; and the stone itself, which is the most significant part of the engagement ring. Engagement rings usually have bigger stones than the usual rings. Diamonds are still the most popular stone preferred, but other precious stones are also gaining appeal, such as rubies and emeralds. Traditional engagement rings usually have a pronged setting, others are more embedded on the setting. |
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Kinds of Engagement Rings include the following: |
Step cut
- The step cut is made with simple incisions on the stone that create a series of steps along the surface.
- The emerald is one of the most popular form of step cut, and used for engagement rings.
- It is rectangular in shape and does not sparkle as much as the other stone shapes, but its elongated surface presents a regal appearance.
- The step cut is reminiscent of antique and vintage rings.
Brilliant cut
- The brilliant cut, particularly the round cut, is the most poplar cut for engagement rings.
- It is cut in the most ideal angles to maximize the facets of the stone and create its brightest sparkle.
Mixed cut
- Mixed cut combines both step cut and brilliant cut.
- With a step cut, it is easier to cut but flaws are made more visible.
- Brilliant cut increases the stone's sparkle and diminishes the appearance of such flaws.
- Some mixed cuts include princess, heart, or trillium, depending on how it is cut.
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Certification: Look for an engagement ring that is certified by a recognized organization, in all the 4 C's: cut, clarity, carat, and color. Certificates are issued by the International Gemological Institute (IGI), the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), the American Gem Society (AGS), the European Gemological Laboratories (EGL), and GemEx Systems.
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