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What is the most special and precious gift you can give to your sweetheart? Well one thing that will come into the mind of a majority of the people will be a stunning diamond engagement ring. Yes, engagement rings speak louder than words. When words become short to express your love and feelings to her, then present her with dazzling engagement ring in her preferred stone and shape. It’s always nice to surprise your sweetheart especially at the time of your anniversary or some special occasion. In fact your woman usually expects something from you.
Engagement rings form an integral part of a marriage. According to the tradition, the groom is  supposed to give engagement ring to his intended wife.  An engagement ring symbolizes true love existing between the couple and demonstrates the strong bond. So it is prime responsibility to bring amazing engagement ring so that you can remember the moment forever in your life.

Buying diamond engagement ring is an investment as you can consider it as an asset. After presenting the ring to your woman, it is the duty of her to take care of that. You can read the instructions provided by the jeweler to protect your diamonds. Diamonds are precious and therefore they should be taken care of as it’s that special gift presented by the love of your life.

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Carrie Underwood, sported a HUGE diamond engagement ring recently at an Ottawa Senators game.   Senators forward Mike Fisher proposed to Carrie Underwood and apparently her ring became the talk of the jewelry industry.  There are not many photos of the ring around and no official information has been released about it.

There have been some people in the industry that believe based on the photos that the ring is anywhere between 5 to 12 carats.   The cost of the ring has also varied by experts between $150,000 to $1,000,000. That is a pretty big discrpetancy.

A representative at New York’s Diamond Information Center said the five-carat round diamond engagement ring with diamond sidestones cost more than $150,000.   On the upper scale, a diamond expert and chief executive of myjewelrybox.com determined that, based on website photos, the engagement ring had about 12 carats and estimated it was worth more than $1 million.

Mo Charania, a gemologist and owner of Jubilee Jewellers at Bayshore Researching Centre, said it appeared the ring was at least 3 carats, maybe more, and was definitely price six figures.   Mo Charania is also a high ranking official in the Canadian Jewellers Association and the Official Jeweller of the Ottawa Senators Hockey Club.

“It’s a centre round diamond and one row of diamonds around it called micro pave,” Charania said after viewing photos of the ring on Underwood’s finger that were taken by a Citizen photographer at Monday’s game.   Micro pave settings are intricate and use the smallest possible diamonds to achieve a uniform glitter on the ring’s surface. Sometimes, the tiny claws on the outside can hold 30 or more stones.

“I’d say the ring is worth well into six figures, but it depends on the quality of the stone,” he said. the exact size, color and clarity play a significant role in the overall value of the engagement ring.

There’s no evidence to suggest that Senators forward Mike Fisher bought the ring for his new fiancée at a local jewelry store. The engagement ring could have either been purchased through a private jeweller or at a U.S. jewelry store that specializes in high end, fine-quality jewelry, Charania said. He says Fisher didn’t purchase the ring at his shop, although other Senators players, including Jason Spezza, have purchased some jewelry there.

Fisher and Underwood were engaged Sunday after a year-long relationship and the Senators forward finally confirmed the news to reporters after Monday’s morning skate at Scotiabank Place.

Underwood flashed the ring for the first time at that night’s game against the Boston Bruins. Charania said Underwood’s ring could be compared to rings by RITANI, a world-renowned maker of diamond engagement rings and other jewelry.   We would have to beleive that as the Official Jeweller of the Ottawa Senators Hockey Club, Charania would have to know more information about the ring.

Is it in fact a RITANI enagement ring or at least inspired by the world renowned RITANI designs? One would have to wonder? Either way, this diamond is definitely Carrie’s best friend and an expensive friend at that!

Engagement rings speak louder than words!

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December 22nd, 2009
What is the most special and precious gift you can give to your sweetheart?  Well one thing that will come into the mind of majority of the people will be stunning diamond engagement ring.  Yes, engagement rings speak louder than words.  When words come up short to express your love and feelings to her, then present her with dazzling engagement ring in her preferred stone and shape.  It’s always nice to surprise your sweetheart especially at the time of your anniversary or some special occasion.  In fact your woman usually expects something from you.

If you have decided to buy a solitaire engagement ring then research online for engagement ring designers.  The presence of several jewelery companies online have made it easy for people to choose from comprehensive range of ring styles.  You have the flexibility to design your own ring by selecting the desired stone, color, setting and design yourself.

For your information, the quality of diamonds is determined by four major criteria. These are cut, clarity, carat and color.  So knowing about these elements will help you to take home high quality diamonds.  Don’t be in a rush to buy engagement ring otherwise you will end up in buying an unsuitable ring for her.

Engagement rings represent an integral part of marriage.  An engagement ring symbolizes true love existing between the couple and demonstrates the strong bond.  So it is your prime responsibility to present her with an amazing engagement ring so that you both will remember the moment forever in your life.

When planning to present your woman a dazzling ring, you should also plan other things which may include location of first date, favorite restaurant, her favorite vacation spot, etc.  Bringing her to a place you both have fond memories of about your time together will create the perfect vibe to get a great reaction when you propose.

Buying a  diamond engagement ring is an investment and you should consider it as an asset.  After presenting the ring to your woman, it is the duty of her to take care of it.  You can read the instructions provided by the jeweler and/or designer about how to protect your diamonds and care for the ring.  Diamonds are precious and therefore they should be taken care of as it’s that special gift presented by the love of your life.

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No doubt there is economic turmoil everywhere, but did you know that there is also some brighter side to it?  Costs of so many goods have come down, and indeed buyers are selling their goods at sellers price and there is actually more customer delight these days in all markets.  It seems circumstances like these are prompting more marriages according to one survey.  Even if you want to marry in the simplest possible way, the one simple thing you will need to shop for includes engagement rings.

Take some time to research and you will end up in a sparkling diamond ring for your wedding.  You can look into a princess cut diamond ring which make a wonderful addition to your jewelry and the rings can be worn on any occasion.  Princess diamond rings loudly speak of the love you have for your partner and the stone speaks for itself in beauty.

If you don’t care for a princess cut diamond ring, the heart cut might be a better choice, and it goes without saying that the shape of the stone exemplifies the love you have for her. What else could be better expression of true love than a heart?  Lately, the popularity for heart diamond rings has seen a surge and although the shape is fancy it does stand out.  Heart shaped diamond rings are also a perfect Valentine day gift idea too.

The emerald cut diamond engagement rings is another fancy shape in the diamond family and the name came after the emerald gemstone that is cut that way. The diamonds used in emerald diamond rings will have the corners scraped, they can be square to very rectangular in shape and any of these shapes would be simple yet classy.  They can be one stone to 3 stone emerald diamond rings and one can take time to pick a deserving one for their wedding.  Should you have a range of choices starting from brilliant diamond rings to princess diamond rings to the emerald diamond rings, under one roof it would be amazing.

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Proper Preparation Prevents Poor Performance

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December 16th, 2009

A diamond ring is close to heart of any woman.  It all began way back in earlier Egyptian days, when the vow to marry a woman is made by placing a ring on lady’s finger.  Diamonds took their place slowly with European culture spreading across representing faithfulness, strength and prosperity. Today, it is the most alluring fashion element.

Diamonds push the creativity of an individual, team or company to its excellence and hence designer jewelry studded with diamonds find its way to every corner of the world.  It is the diamond rings that hold special significance with its extraordinary brilliance and suppleness when it comes to occasions like engagements, weddings or wedding anniversaries.  As diamond rings are timeless, to create this stone that would reflect ultimate brilliance, so many people, starting from gemologists to craftsmen work together to deliver a stone with high levels of blended fire and beauty.

There are certain facts that you need to know before you set off to purchase a diamond engagement ring, because as a layman it is tough to evaluate a diamond, so it’s better to be knowledgeable before you purchase one.

The cut of a diamond is very important, as its radiance is directly related to how perfect the cut is. Again, carat of diamond does not imply it’s the best, as its shine is dependent on cut and proportion.  Diamonds are generally graded on a color scale of D to Z.  It is believed that less tint in a diamond, superior it is in quality.  Diamonds that are graded D, E and F are considered to be colorless. However, it is suggested that if you purchase diamond engagement ring, you can take anywhere from D through G.  Additionally, being very expensive, ensure that your diamond engagement ring is accompanied by authentic certificate from jewelry houses where quality is hallmark.

Remember ‘Proper Preparation Prevents Poor Performance’: this also applies to proposing to your lady.  Present her with a well thought out and researched engagement ring and you will have a much better chance of winning her over and getting that answer you deserve.

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It is apparent that couples often get nervous when they are about to get engaged or married.  For most of the people, the confusing thing is buying an engagement ring. As engagement rings are the symbolic representation of eternal love exchanged between couples to represent their union, this piece of jewelry should be selected meticulously.

If you looking for a pre-designed engagement ring, then a good way to get an idea of your choices are by browsing online for different designers of bridal jewelry.  By and large, an engagement ring which is favored by everybody is diamond a engagement ring.  There are numerous considerations to be made when selecting a diamond engagement ring.

The quality of the diamond or diamonds in the engagement ring goes a long way to determine the price, as well as the sparkle the diamond engagement ring will elicit.  Selecting a diamond for the rings is an important step as it affects the overall cost of diamond engagement ring.
After selecting the diamond, you’ll need to make another decision about the setting for your diamond.  The various settings for diamonds include the prong, channel, bezel set, with many other applications for the accent jewels if you choose to go that route.  Otherwise, a classic solitaire diamond engagement ring on a plain band will also be a good choice.
The next step is choice of metal to feature the diamond  and setting you have chosen.  The most popular metal that many have are made from gold, in yellow or white depending on her preference.  The best metal to use if you have the means is platinum.  This metal is the strongest, whitest and most durable for diamond engagement rings that holds the stones the most securely.  Another option for metal is palladium, this is a metal very similar looking to platinum but is not as dense, but it tends to be the least expensive of the three metals.

Well, I hope that this has been informative and gives you a leg up on the hunt for a great enagagement ring she will fall head over heels for!!  Good luck!

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Thurman breaks off the engagement

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December 10th, 2009
Uma Thurman called off her engagement to billionaire Arpad Busson about two months ago, according to Us Weekly, but a source says the two are still friends. So no more talk of diamond engagement rings for a while we must assume.

After divorcing Ethan Hawke, her husband of six years, in 2004, Uma dated hotelier Andre Balazs for two years, and then began dating Arki, who has two children with model Elle MacPherson, in 2007. Cindy Adams’s column in The New York Post dishes that one possible reason behind the breakup might be that Arki lost a bundle in the Bernie Madoff scam; Uma has also recently ratcheted up her work schedule after making no films in 2007 and only one this year. She has five slated for release in 2010. Combining Work And Love: Is It Possible?

Whatever the reason, we’re sure Uma, who has two kids with Ethan, 11-year-old Maya and 7-year-old Roan, will be fine. It’s not like she’s hurting for cash, and even though there were some Brad-and-Angelina–like allegations toward the end of her marriage to Ethan, she doesn’t occupy that poor-poor-pitiful girl slot the tabloids are so eager to shove Jennifer Aniston into. Maybe now Quentin Tarantino will write something completely awesome for her again. She’d make an excellent inglourious basterd, wouldn’t she?

Choosing the right engagement ring

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December 3rd, 2009

While shopping for diamond engagement or eternity rings, many buyers are surprised by the large number of diamond ring options available.  Whether you are purchasing a ring from a retailer or designing a ring to be crafted by a jeweler, a number of decisions must be made in selecting the perfect diamond ring.  Besides being familiar with the 4 Cs which affect the value and appearance of a diamond—cut, color, clarity and carat weight—the following considerations may also help you in your search for the perfect diamond ring:

-What diamond shape do I prefer?

Perhaps the first decision in selecting a diamond ring is which diamond shape you are seeking.  Diamond cutters craft diamonds in several shapes for diamond rings, some of which are round, princess, marquise, pear, and oval.  The shape of a diamond determines its outward appearance, and you will likely realize a natural preference for a particular shape as you shop.  Some rings have one central diamond, as in the traditional engagement ring, while others have several diamonds that may be the same or different shapes.

-What type of metal should I choose?

Yellow gold, white gold, platinum—there are a number of metals that are common for diamond rings.  Platinum is a popular option for engagement rings and eternity rings because of its resilience, though it comes with a higher price tag than other metals.  Silver, on the other hand, is prone to corrosion and thus is not the best choice for frequently worn rings such as wedding bands and eternity rings.  Discuss with your jeweler the metal that is right for you, taking into consideration its color, durability and resistance to corrosion.

-What setting style do I prefer?

Something you will quickly realize when shopping for diamond rings is that diamonds are affixed to rings in a variety of ways.  The way that a gem is set and held in place is referred to as its setting.  Several setting styles are common for diamond rings, some of which are the bezel setting, channel setting, and prong setting.  The shape and size of a diamond and the strength of the metal used may help determine the type of setting that is used in a particular ring.

Perhaps you already have in mind the type of diamond ring you are seeking, or maybe you prefer to explore all of the options until you simply discover the perfect ring.  With the multitude of diamond ring styles available, having an idea of the shape, type of metal and setting style you prefer can help you in your quest for the diamond ring that best suits your taste and personality.

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Now we are talking diamond engagement rings! Chelsea Clinton spent much of her life growing up in the limelight due to her parents’ political careers, and now she has finally announced that she is engaged to be married.

The former First Daughter is betrothed to longtime boyfriend Marc Mezvinsky and this past Friday they sent out an email to friends to share the news. 

They wrote, “We’re sorry for the mass email but we wanted to wish everyone a belated Happy Thanksgiving! We also wanted to share that we are engaged! We didn’t get married this past summer despite the stories to the contrary, but we are looking toward next summer and hope you all will be there to celebrate with us. Happy Holidays! Chelsea & Marc.”

The newly-engaged couple has been close since they were teenagers when their parents worked in Washington DC together.  From there they both attended Stanford University together.

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Lucky Woman Gets Fabulous Engagement Ring!

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November 25th, 2009

I have to be the luckiest woman today!!  I am so anxious to share with the world how excited I am, because my boyfriend is now my fiancé!!

Last night after a pretty hectic day, I came home to a beautiful bouquet of flowers.  I thought to myself he knew just what I needed today.  Well I had no IDEA how much he was in tune with me.  I thanked him for the flowers and he said it was nothing and there was more in store for me.

What a lucky woman I am to have such a sweet and considerate boyfriend, I thought, but really didn’t know about his big plans.  He told me I didn’t have to worry about dinner because he’d already taken care of it.

Honestly I thought that was the highlight of the evening.  Until…..he asked me to be his wife and gave me a beautiful designer engagement ring!!!  Wow, I didn’t think he knew my taste that well!!  I was so floored at the lengths he went to find out what type of engagement ring I liked too.

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I found out that he had been researching and probing my friends and family for insight on what he should get me for the momentous occasion.  Of all of the many styles and options out there he said that RITANI had an extensive variety of engagement rings and wedding bands, that he didn’t need to look any further once he found them.

I love my diamond engagement ring and I will be going back to our jeweler to choose RITANI wedding bands for the BIG DAY!!

Lucky Lady