MORE THAN JUST THE 4C'S
As you embark on this journey of finding the perfect ring, we are here to share our expertise and aim to educate & empower you along the way. Let's dive into a few of the factors I believe most important to consider when selecting an engagement ring.
Budget: At Nicholas Haywood Jewellery, we custom make all engagement rings in our in our design gallery. Due to this, we can work within any budget. Providing a rough idea of where you would like to sit regarding spend makes it easier for us to narrow down options that suit your requirements. If you dont have a starting point for a budget, we can give you an idea of where pieces sit within a price range to get you started during your initial consultation with us.
Diamond Cut: The cut of the diamond affects its brilliance and sparkle. Popular cuts include round, oval & emerald. Each cut offers a unique brilliance, so consider the shape that resonates most with your partner's style and personality.
Diamond Clarity: Clarity refers to the presence of imperfections or inclusions within the diamond. A higher clarity grade indicate fewer imperfections, higher up the scale the less imperfections are visible to the naked eye. Strike a balance between clarity and budget to get the best value.
Diamond Colour: Diamond colour is graded on a scale from D (colourless) to Z (light yellow or brown). We recommend a colour grade D-G as this is an eye visual component. An eye visual component means you dont need to be a diamond grader to notice a tint of colour. The colour grades I have suggested will ensure that your diamond is a bright white colour.
Diamond Carat Weight: Carat refers to the weight of the diamond. Remember that a larger carat does not necessarily mean a more beautiful stone. Opt for a carat weight that suits your partner's preferences and fits comfortably within your budget. Our mantra here at Nicholas Haywood Jewellery is “Quality over Quantity”.
