Engagement rings have made many a dream come true, and it's easy to see why. Aside from being a symbol of one's devotion and lifelong commitment, engagement rings are undeniably beautiful. One of the earliest engagement rings actually dates back to the late 1400s, when Archduke Maximilian of Austria proposed to Mary of Burgundy with a ring set with thin, flat pieces of diamonds forming the shape of an "M".

Even to this day, no wedding proposal feels truly complete without an engagement ring. As you only wear one engagement ring in your lifetime, it comes as no surprise that choosing one can be so intimidating. There's no need to worry, though, as we've prepared some simple guidelines for choosing Perfect Ring For Your Engagement, make sure to go through this post carefully.

Engagement Ring Shopping Tips

1. Become familiar with the 4 C’s

2. Diamond Certificate

3. Diamond Fluorescence

– This refers to the diamonds reaction to Ultra Violet (UV) light.

– If a diamond has fluorescence it may turn milky/cloudy on a sunny day when there is strong UV light.

– Your diamond may also turn blue under artificial UV light

– There is a scale for fluorescence – Nil, Faint/Slight, Medium, Strong and Very Strong.

– Where possible, one should buy diamonds with only Nil or Slight, prices drop significantly when the fluorescence is medium or stronger.

– The fluorescence of a diamond will appear on the certificate if available.

– It may be difficult to know the fluorescence of the diamond is uncertified.

4. Engagement Ring Insurance:

5. Consider the wedding ring

6. Ring metal

7. Buying Diamond Ring abroad

8. Ring style

– Different diamond shapes will look better on your hand.

– A diamond raised up on a mount will usually make a finger look more slim.

– Three stone rings usually look best on short fingers

– Try on many styles and diamond shapes to ensure you know what style and shape you prefer.

9. Build a ring, buy pre made or buy on-line

10. Finding the Perfect Ring