5 Secrets To Design Your Own Gemstone Engagement Ring
Gemstone Engagement Rings | Matching Bands
In this blog post we’ll give you tips on how to design and how to buy a gemstone engagement ring to maximize your investment.
- Plan Out Your Budget
The first step on how to buy a gemstone engagement ring is to plan your budget. For many of our clients, the price of the ring is the biggest limiting factor when making a decision. You should determine: (a) how much you would like to spend, and (b) what is the most money you are willing to spend. Understanding your budget will help you set realistic goals and make the best investment.
Sometimes your tastes will change when designing a gemstone engagement ring. Maybe you will want to upgrade the metal from 14k white gold to 18k white gold, or maybe you will want to find a design with more accent stones. It’s always good to have another 10% of your desired budget available for these last minute changes. Some examples of your budget would be:
| Ideal Budget | Maximum Budget |
| $1000 | $1100 |
| $2000 | $2200 |
| $3000 | $3300 |
| $4000 | $4400 |
- Which Part of the Ring is Most Important to You?
The next step on how to buy a gemstone engagement ring is to figure out what is important to you and your partner: the center stone or the ring design. These are the two main components of your ring. Together they will determine the final cost.
–If the center stone is important to you: go to Step 3 and then Step 4. Estimate how much the center will cost and invest the rest in the ring.
–If the ring design is important to you: go to Step 4 and then go back to Step 3. Estimate how much the ring will cost and invest the rest in the center stone.
–If they are both important or you are not sure: go to Step 3. Estimate the cost of the center stone and ring together to find a combination that works for you. In most cases, the gemstone will affect your budget more than the ring design.
- How to Find the Right Gemstone
For the next step on how to buy a gemstone engagement ring, you will need to find the right gem. If your partner has not made it clear to you what he or she wants, try picking one from the following categories:
- Birthstone
- Color
- Rarity and Value
Birthstone
|
January |
Garnet |
| February | Amethyst |
| March | Aquamarine |
| April | Diamond |
| May | Emerald |
| June | Pearl |
| July | Ruby and Black Onyx |
| August | Peridot |
| September | Sapphire |
| October | Pink Tourmaline |
| November | Citrine |
| December |
Swiss Blue Topaz |
Color
| Fiery Red | Ruby |
| Deep Orange Red | Garnet |
| Dazzling Yellow Orange | Citrine |
| Vibrant Yellowish Green | Peridot |
| Soothing Light Blue | Aquamarine |
| Bright Blue | Swiss Blue Topaz |
| Cornflower Blue | Sapphire |
| Vivid Purple | Amethyst |
| Lively Pink | Pink Tourmaline |
| Sophisticated Black | Black Onyx |
| Fine White |
Diamond |
Rarity and Value
| Semi Precious ($) | Amethyst, Black Onyx, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Swiss Blue Topaz |
| Rare Semi Precious ($$) | Aquamarine, Pink Tourmaline |
| Precious ($$$$) | Ruby, Sapphire |
| Rare Precious ($$$$$) | Diamond |
- How to Find the Right Ring Design
The next step on how to buy a gemstone engagement ring is to figure out which type of mounting is perfect for you.
| Style | Design Description |
| Classic | Elegant – Traditional and timeless elements accent the center stone |
| Modern | Unique – The center stone sits in a contemporary mounting |
| Halo | Bold – A ring of small accent stones encircles the center stone |
| Antique | Vintage – The center stone is decorated with traditional elements like filigree and milgrain |
| Solitaire | Simple – The center stone sits as the main attraction |
| Three Stone | Sophisticated – Two distinct side stones accent the center stone |
Keep in mind: the more details and accents on your ring, the more you will need to set aside in your budget for the design.
- Plan Out Your Wedding Band with Your Engagement Ring
The next step on how to buy a gemstone engagement ring is one that very few people consider. You should plan out your wedding band as you shop around for gemstone engagement rings.
Consider the following:
(a) Will the gemstone engagement ring and wedding band be worn together?
(b) Will the only the engagement ring be worn?
(c) Will the only the wedding band be worn?
For the above scenarios, here are our suggestions:
(a) Find an engagement ring and band design that allows the two to sit flush against each other.
(b) Try a simple band and design a luxurious gemstone engagement ring.
(c) Design a gemstone wedding band that has the same sense of flair and style as you!
If you have any questions or need advice on how to create your own gemstone engagement ring, we are always ready to help.
