
When you’re looking for a gorgeous piece of jewelry, you might just assume that you have to spend a lot of money. That sometimes may be the case, but not always! By investing some time, you may be able to save yourself a portion of your planned financial investment. Here are some of the most valuable tips to help you get the most bang for your buck when it comes to ring shopping. Let’s dive in!
Compare Across Stores and Brands
Unless you have a reason to shop at one specific store, make sure to do your homework and look in as many places as possible. The same stones, settings, and rings in one store may be wildly different in another, and non-price perks such as return policies, personalization options, or insurance policies may help make your purchase even more “worth it.”
It doesn’t take long to consider your options! Consider putting together a comparison chart of your top choices. Compare their pricing, return policies, online buying tools, and more. This will enable you to clearly see the pros and cons of shopping at one store over another.
Even within a store or brand, diamonds with small differences (2ct vs 1.8ct) might have big monetary variance. Read online reviews, ask friends for recommendations. Whatever you choose to do, avoid going into the buying process without all of the information you need to make a great decision.
Consider Sustainable Diamond Alternatives
While it’s been established in the past that diamonds are a girl’s best friend, we can see from analyzing current trends that many people are opting for diamond alternatives in the name of individuality, sustainability, minimalism, and more.
Not only are diamond alternatives often easier on your bank account, but they also offer a wide variety of stones to choose from. Here are some of the top mined diamond alternatives to chose from when looking for the perfect stone to pull your ring together.
- Lab-Grown Diamonds: Using lab processes that are designed to mimic the natural process of growing diamonds as closely as possible, we are now able to generate sustainable alternatives to natural, possibly unethically sourced, diamonds. They are virtually identical to diamonds in every respect. Only high-end lab equipment can detect the differences between a lab-grown diamond and a mined diamond. The best part? Lab-grown diamonds are significantly less expensive than their mined counterparts. They enable you to get the most bang for your buck.
- Gemstones: Gemstones refer to any rock or mineral which, when cut and polished, has a shiny or decorative face that can be used to make jewelry. Common examples are lapis lazuli, moonstone, jade, and tiger’s eye. They can make for colorful additions to your ring.
- Birthstones: Did you know that each month has a special gem associated with it? Choosing a ring with a personalized stone can make the gesture feel extra significant. Additionally, birthstones aren’t limited to a single stone per month, many months offer multiple stones to consider, so you can find one that suits your needs.
- Pearls: With their milky, glowing sheen, pearls are often associated with good luck and protection. They are never a bad gift to give!
Know What to Look For
Consider this your opportunity to get smart about diamonds. Start by learning everything you can about the 4 C’s of diamonds: cut, color, carat, and clarity. You’ll have a much better chance of finding a standout in your budget or, perhaps, a literal diamond in the rough!
Knowing about shapes, too, will help you find the treasure you’re looking for. There are some shapes that give you more bang for your buck, as they can make the stones look larger than their actual carat weight, such as emerald or oval diamonds. Learning about these simple tricks and incorporating these comparison tips into your diamond buying process can definitely save you money!
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