Choosing an engagement ring is a big decision - it is a visual representation and constant reminder that you love your partner enough to dedicate the rest of your life to them. While it's important they say yes to a life with you, it's also important they say yes to the ring. Finding the perfect diamond engagement ring is easier with a knowledgeable staff and a vast selection of ring styles to ensure all your qualifications are met. Visit a local jeweler who can offer you personalized service to walk away with the best ring so that when you pop the question, both you and the ring get a resounding “Yes!”
Your diamond engagement ring is the first symbolic gesture of the vows you will soon make when you promise to stay with your loved one forever, and like your promise, the diamond you propose with will last with your love. Diamonds are the ideal choice for a forever promise; they are the hardest, strongest, and most permanent material known to man. While this makes them a practical gemstone for any piece of jewelry, it makes them notably worthwhile to invest in for an engagement ring. Inevitably prone to bumps and scratches due to their location, a diamond won't show wear and tear like other colored gemstones.
Rose gold, yellow gold, platinum, white gold--on top of choosing a style of diamond cut, deciding on a metal for your engagement ring will heavily influence the aesthetic of the ring and depends both on the style and complexion of your beloved. Gold is available in different shades that varies based on the purity of the gold (ranging most often from 10k to 18k in fine jewelry) and the alloy metal it is mixed with. While having a higher percentage of gold may sound preferable, the gold will be softer and more liable to scratches. Platinum affords a more durable but less pliable alternative to white gold and may not be a suitable upgrade depending on the engagement ring band style you choose.
You may have opted for a smaller, low-quality diamond when you first proposed to your spouse, and after a few years you find that the time is right to replace the old ring with the one you really wanted to get for them. A new engagement ring is a symbol of re-commitment to your spouse and a lovely later addition to a marriage. A bigger, more quality diamond in a nicer setting will never replace the sentiment of the original, but it will sparkle and shine just as much as your love from Day 1. Whether you're officially renewing your vows twenty years later or getting a five-year anniversary present, upgrading an engagement ring is a great way to show your love and dedication to your partner.
Finding the perfect engagement ring to help you propose to your perfect person can be challenging, but at Krekler Jewelers we have years of expertise and experience helping you choose the best ring for your spouse-to-be. Visit us in the Bonne Terre area to shop our vast and unique selection of gemstone and diamond engagement rings!
