Diamond Wedding Rings

The unforgettable and world renowned De Beers' slogan - "A Diamond is forever" - has several meaningful connotations. However, it isn't meant to only imply that this queen of gems has properties to last a lifetime, but more importantly, it embodies the very essence of what love and marriage should be ... a commitment to last forever. For centuries, Diamond Wedding bands have been the choice of numerous wedded couples and over the past few decades, the demand for Diamond Wedding band rings has grown significantly. Although, Diamond Wedding rings were usually worn by women, men's Diamond Wedding bands are also becoming popular among grooms today. Diamond Wedding rings add immense value and reinforce the symbolism and expression of love, affection, trust and devotion between a bride and groom.

The evolution of Diamond Wedding rings

Wedding rings date back thousands of years but ancient versions were simple or engraved copper, bronze, silver or gold bands. Diamonds were discovered in 800 B.C. but it was not until the 15th century when brides of royalty and the wealthy had the honor and privilege of wearing Diamond Wedding band rings. With the increase supply of diamonds following the 18th century discovery of this gem in Brazil and later in South Africa, jewelers developed their cutting and polishing skills and Diamond Wedding bands gained immense popularity from then on.

Choosing Diamond Wedding rings

The first point to note is that Diamond Wedding band rings are quite expensive as compared to other gem studded rings. This also applies to men's Diamond Wedding bands. The reason for this is because the price of diamonds goes up depending on their carat size, color, shape, polishing and number of cuts. Moreover, the preferred choice of metal, for Diamond Wedding rings is platinum, white gold, yellow gold or titanium, which is expensive. One word of caution, however, is to ensure that the Diamond Wedding rings you purchase carry certification to authenticate the purity of the diamond, as there are also cheap varieties available which can be identified by their opaque and powdery appearance.

Plain versus colored Diamond Wedding rings

Although, a diamond in its basic form is white and colorless, the demand for naturally or artificially colored diamonds has grown in popularity in recent years. Diamond Wedding band rings with naturally colored diamonds are relatively expensive when compared to artificially colored versions. The color of the diamond can be chosen to match the metal of the ring. For example, yellow diamonds would be more suitable for yellow gold, whereas a white diamond would be ideal for white gold or platinum. While the commonly used shape of diamonds for Diamond Wedding bands are round, however, heart, pear, rectangular and square-shaped diamonds are also popular.

Perhaps, Diamond Wedding band rings are the ultimate symbol and expression of eternal love between a man and woman and their sparkle will continue to reflect the flames of love until the end of time. After all, if a diamond is forever ... this is precisely what love, affection, trust and devotion should be.

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