Chocolate Diamond Rings

When I first heard about chocolate diamond rings, I was puzzled. Is it a fancy term for the newest product from Hershey's? It was later that I found out that this unique jewelry item is created with chocolate diamonds, which are members of the brown diamond family. Other diamonds under this category would be champagne, cinnamon, cognac, clove and honey diamonds.

A chocolate diamond is given its name because of its color. The diamond is brownish in hue, giving it that "chocolatey" color. They can be sorted into three main categories: synthetic, natural, and heat-treated. Brown synthetic diamonds are created by incorporating nickel and nitrogen in to the diamond, giving it that brown color; these types of chocolate diamonds are easily identified due to the nickel content. Natural chocolate diamonds are by its term "naturally" made. These diamonds get their colors due to extended lattice defects, with discoloration being the most likely candidate. Treating lattice defects by applying heat creates heat-treated diamonds. This process would make the diamonds lighter in color than the dark chocolate varieties.

Chocolate diamonds have their own unique characteristics and are made more beautiful by having a gold setting. Most of the chocolate diamond rings available are set in 18K gold and are normally paired with white diamonds. There are websites available that offer different settings for your ring.

Some people may still not be open to the idea of having a chocolate diamond for an engagement ring, as the ideal would be to have a classic diamond for engagement. Personally, I think they have a really unique and playful appeal. Imagine saying, "I got engaged and I got this yummy chocolate diamond ring!" For those who may not be familiar with these unique accessories, it would sound intriguing - a good start to a conversation!

By Scarlett Miller

Diamond Ring - Insurance and Care

A good diamond ring is one of the very expensive things, a person can have. Its care and safety is very important. Most of the people forget insuring it and in case of its damage or loss, they suffer because of the fact that they can't afford a new one. Its insurance is not that much simple. In fact, most of the companies don't insure it just on the normal policy of the customer and the others insure it just for the case of theft, not for damage or loss.

All the things should be made clear before ensuring it. Knowledge of insurance cost is very important and customer should discuss its impact on the policy with the insurance company representative. Second very important thing to be discussed is the mode of recovery when insurance is claimed. Some companies pay the money to the customer so that he could buy the new one while others simply send a new ring to the customers.

Some of the companies which also insure the damage have their own workers which can repair the damaged one. Others make an estimate of the damage and then have a good jeweler to make the repair.

It is very important to care for diamond ring as a good one is very difficult to find and normal methods of cleaning can't be applied on it. If a person doe's household works while wearing it, its shine fades. Most of the jewelers cover diamonds with protective and shining coats to enhance their attractiveness for the customers. This also makes its shining long lasting. To remove dirt, the best method is to soak it in soap water for some time and then a brush can be used to clean it. Soft cloth should be used to dry it. Scratches can be avoided by keeping it in a separate box, away from the other jewelry.

By Sarah Nabila

Yellow Diamonds - A Brief Guide

Yellow Diamonds have always been valued for their beautiful colour, classy look, exotic appeal and mystic qualities. They look especially nice in the form of a ring. So, if you still haven't seen these beauties, you are in for a magnificent surprise. Yellow diamonds rings are doing the rounds in the fashion world and attracting a ton of attention.

These diamonds come in a wide range, and can be worn in the form of rings, earrings, pendants etc. If you are looking to make an impression at a party, these are the perfect choice. They are not as loud as other coloured diamonds, but yet they have a sophisticated and classy feel to them. They might not make people go green with envy but they will delight you by their sheer presence. So, get yourself these beautiful jewels and get ready to party all night!

Just like other diamonds, one needs to consider the four C's while buying diamonds-Cut, Clarity, Colour and Carat weight. In the case of yellow diamonds, the most important feature is the colour because that's the characteristic feature. After all, that's why you are choosing a yellow diamond over others. Obviously, you have to consider the other factors as well. Ensure that you buy diamonds from a certified diamond dealer. When you are spending a fortune on these beauties, you must take every measure to certify their quality and standards.

So, let your hair down with a gorgeous set of yellow diamond earrings or a ring and make your presence felt!

By John Newcomb