At Lauren B Jewelry, we have seen a wide range of engagement ring budgets over the past 40 years. We have worked with couples who have unlimited budgets and couples with a frugal stipend. We thrive when given the opportunity to help clients find a diamond engagement ring that not only fulfills their wildest engagement ring dreams but fits seamlessly within their budget.
When shopping for a diamond or an engagement ring, one of the first (and most commonly asked) questions is: How much does a diamond cost?
The next question is: What can I sacrifice to save money and get the best value?
Buying a diamond can be tricky, but one of the areas where we suggest some flexibility is in the Fluorescence grade. This may be shocking considering the confusion that generally surrounds this topic, but read on and we’ll explain why!
Diamond fluorescence is one of the most misunderstood concepts in terms of diamond quality. Many people feel that fluorescence is a bad thing, but in reality a majority of the time, fluorescence works in favor of the diamond or has no effect. To understand a bit more about fluorescence, see this link from GIA that explains the concept. Basically, fluorescence is an inherent quality in the diamond and a diamond with these characteristics will glow a particular color when exposed to UV light most diamonds fluoresce blue while rare diamonds will fluoresce yellow, green, or white. Continue reading