How to Buy Solitaire Rings for Valentine's Day
While a jeweler can aid you in many aspects of your gift purchase, you will have to provide a basic description of what your girlfriend or wife finds appealing. This ranges from her preference for platinum, silver, or white or yellow gold to whether she prefers contemporary or vintage fashions.
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Instructions
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Approach buying solitaire rings for Valentine's Day much like you would an individual stone. Visit a well-established jeweler or known department store, where the sales staff will take the time to explain all the diamond-buying basics.
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Ask friends for recommendations for jewelers, or get a referral for one from a professional trade association of retail jewelers such as the American Gem Society, or another agency of this sort.
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Choose solitaire diamond rings based on the following criteria: color, cut, clarity and carat weight. Diamonds are priced accordingly in regard to a combination of these four attributes, which are commonly spoken of as the "four Cs."
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Find out your sweetheart's ring size. Solitaire bands are typically worn on the ring finger of either hand. Borrow another ring from your lady's jewelry box and match the size. If you have a problem getting her exact size, you can always have the ring adjusted later. Some jewelers include complimentary ring sizing as part of their sales promotions.
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Evaluate styles of bands. If your finances are tight, white gold is less expensive than platinum, but has a similar style. For this special Valentine's Day gift you might be willing to splurge. If so, explore bands with additional diamond baguettes or bands with a channel setting of diamonds.
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Choose a setting. Discuss with your jeweler which settings will enhance a smaller diamond solitaire. For instance, there are a number of lovely stones with a half-carat weight or smaller that still have substance when housed in the right setting. If you have to buy a small stone, it can still be valuable and appealing.
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Select a type of cut for the solitaire's stone. Stick with a classic round, cushion-cut or heart-shaped stone for your sweetheart. Avoid marquise or pear-cut diamonds, which are more appropriate for engagement rings.
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Tips & Warnings
Before you buy anything, make sure you know all of the details that affect the ring's value, including whether its stone has been treated to enhance its appearance. Immediately after making your purchase, have the ring appraised and insured.
