Setting diamonds on the wedding band is relatively new trend as opposed to its ancestors the eternity and anniversary rings. The difference between the three however is unclear and rather confusing. Both wedding band and eternity ring symbolize eternity and the term half eternity ring applied to partially studded rings is self-contradictory. Eternity cannot be half – it is eternal.  So let decide, for the sake of clarity in this article that the eternity rings are the one set with diamonds all around irrespective the size and anniversary rings are the one with 3, 5, or 7 equal and relatively substantial in size diamonds in a row. Now we are ready to define the diamond wedding band: It is a band set with equal in size diamonds only on the visible outer side not further than half of the circumference.

How far down the sides the band is set is also interpreted differently by the designers. If low price market is targeted the studded part does not go very far and barely covers 1/5 of the circumference.  In price focused market every diamond and putting it in its place (setting) increase the factory cost and lower the competitiveness of the price. Going half way on the other hand may not be the best option even if the budget is not an issue. Diamond pave may scrape the neighboring fingers or other rings worn there.  The best ratio from economical, aesthetic and practical point of view is 2 to 3 meaning 2/5 studded and 3/5 plain. Obviously the number of diamonds is determined by their size and varies between 9 and 16.  The most popular shapes used in diamond wedding bands are round and princess.

Important: Although diamond wedding bands are much easier to resize than an eternity rings the best is to be done prior the setting. Resizing diamond wedding bands with any type of setting can loosen the diamonds a cause them to fall off later. This causes plenty of frustration for the customer and the jeweler and can be avoided if the ring is manufactured with the right finger size, then set and finished. This way the join at the back is also eliminated and the band has much higher overall strength. To be able to do this the jeweler must have workshop capable of acting fast and the customer to have the patience to wait few days. In the end of the day it will be well worth. My advice is not to go for diamond band resized more than 2 sizes.

Yellow gold diamond wedding bands are something from the past. The white gold however is still the most used metal. This illustrates the conservatism of the jewelry market and it works both ways. The jewelers are offering what the customers want; the customers want what they are offered and the lack of information keeps everything new at bay. White gold is not actually white. It is the same old rich yellow gold forced into whiteness by mixing it with bleaching alloy metals. The result is yellowish grayish metal which have to be rhodium plated for bright white surface color. The metals really suitable for white diamond jewelry are the ones from the platinum metal group – Platinum and Palladium. Platinum reemerged in the jewelry industry about 15 years ago and surprisingly fast established its name as superior to white gold. The only reason it did not shift the white gold`s default status was its much higher price. Palladium was used many years as whitening alloy metal for white gold. Its use as solo media was limited from complications in the casting process. Few years ago the technology barriers were broken and palladium is now gaining momentum. Palladium and Platinum are so similar that they are virtually indistinguishable in appearance and mechanical properties. Palladium however is 40% lighter and much cheaper providing all the advantages of platinum at about a quarter of the price thus making it the metal of choice for diamond wedding bands and for white fine jewelry in general.

Vasco Kirov is an experienced designer and master goldsmith with vast knowledge in every aspect concerning fine jewelry. He has been awarded many prestigious design awards for excellence in diamond jewelry design. Vasco’s recently launched Gemstone and Jewelry Blog contains additional information about diamond wedding bands and plenty of industry’s insider tips on “how to” in today’s jewelry market. For practical answers to all your jewelry questions visit www.jewelgateway.net

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Diamond jewelry can make people shed tears with delight as it evokes wonderful memories that one had. Diamonds are forever and are irreplaceable. Every gemstone has its own value and importance.

Now days, the demand for art jewelry has massively increased, various gemstones have also come into picture like turquoise and sapphire. Lately, turquoise is prized for its eye-catching color and is used in great variety of jewelry styles. The color of Turquoise ranges from blue to green. Sapphire is available in various colors like blue, orange, yellow, pink, purple or greenish color. Sapphire is even colorless and may occur in shades of grey and black.

However, despite the various gemstones available, the demand for diamonds will never cease. Diamond rings are the most sought after when it comes to engagement or wedding rings. When embedded in traditional or in modern designs, it retains its luster and makes the ring unique and exceptional. Some of the ring styles in demand are trinity rings, cluster rings, sleeve rings, eternity rings, solitaire rings and even half round rings. Trendy rings available in a variety of colors and styles are in fashion this year; be it big or small. Infact, gifting a diamond ring to your loved one is considered as an expression of undying love.

Jewelry embedded with diamonds is considered even more precious than silver or gold. If teamed with platinum, which is known for its resistance to tarnish, it creates a masterpiece in jewelry. Diamond bracelets are in vogue due to the fact that they can be teamed up with both casual as well as formal clothing. These bracelets can be a part of your day to day dressing, as it radiance enhances ones beauty. They are being demanded by both the genders as jewelry is not confined to any particular gender now.

Jewels are often referred to as a sign of love and affection and are gifted to your dear ones. The term jewelry has originated from the word jewel or something precious. Jewelry is also known as a symbol of wealth and status. It can be worn anywhere on your body depending upon your own choice.

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