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Are you one of those people who still think that faux diamond jewellery is cheap and nasty and the bands turn your finger green. That may have been the case years ago but faux diamond jewellery has come a long way since then.

A number of companies are now producing faux diamonds with the same spectacular qualities of a real diamond. They have the same characteristics – all the way down to the cut and clarity.

The similarities between a real and a faux diamond are so slim, in many cases only a professional jeweller can tell the difference. So you’ll be pleased to know that faux diamonds have the same expensive look to them, but they’re really cheaper in price.

The cost of faux diamond jewellery is not as cheap as the £20 rings we used to see. Actually, some of the imitation diamonds cost more than the cheapest real diamonds you see available. There are some advantages to owning imitation diamond jewellery.

Wearing real diamond jewellery can be quite a responsibility, how many women have lost a ring when doing the dishes? Faux diamonds are much cheaper so looking after them doesn’t have to be quite the burden. There’s no need to worry about getting them insured either.

Real or Fake?

Faux diamonds can also be worn proudly for any occasion you want. No one will be able to notice the difference. In fact, there have been many brides who unknowingly got married with faux diamonds, only to have their husband confess and surprise them with the “real thing” on a wedding anniversary!

You can show off your faux diamonds with confidence. There’s no harm in letting family and friends think you own the real thing. Unless they’re a professional jeweller, they’ll never know the difference.

How have faux diamonds changed? The days of the green finger are over because they no longer use cheap imitation metal for most of the rings. Faux diamond jewellery is most often made with real gold or high quality silver.  On that note, you should also know about the current price of gold.

Forget about the days when cubic zirconium meant junk jewellery that you would waste your money on. Move into the modern day where now it means fine quality imitation diamonds sold at a price everyone can afford, including cz navel rings.

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Ask any woman how they would like to be proposed to and chances are they’ll tell you that their man will kneel down on bended knee, pull out a velvet covered box and open it. He then reveals the most spectacular, sparkling diamond ring as he asks for her hand in marriage.

Sounds perfect doesn’t it? Unfortunately, this scenario doesn’t always have a happy ending. Instead the woman looks down to see a horrible ugly lump of a ring which has just cost thousands of pounds. Or else, the ring is too small for her finger. The fairy tale quickly turns into a mini-nightmare.

So it’s no wonder that women are accompanying their spouse-to-be to the jewellers to make sure that the most perfect ring is selected. It has now become tradition for couples because it symbolizes the first decision they will make together as they embark on their new journey of commitment.

Browsing engagement rings as a couple can save a lot of money (and hassles) in the end. The woman will be there to try it on to make sure it fits and to avoid the nuisance of having to take it back to the jeweller and exchange it for one that does fit.

It may also save some money as the woman can select the ring she really likes based on how it looks on her finger rather than the man selecting an expensive ring just to make a good impression.

And then of course for the man’s benefit, he’ll save any embarrassment of having to return to the shop. A woman wants to be able to enjoy wearing the ring well past the 25th anniversary.  With this new tradition, couples can spend quality time with each other researching and educating themselves about diamonds so that they know which diamond ring would be the perfect purchase.

Every detail can be planned, including whether to commission a custom design! Prices can also be researched ahead of time. Some women still want the element of surprise when the man pulls out a ring and proposes to her.

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The world if full of scams and the Internet has its fair share. It seems that anyone can open an internet site these days which may make you feel worried about going down this route. To ensure that you make a purchase you don’t regret, here are some tips to save you being ripped off:

1. The internet is full of thousands of different companies selling diamond jewellery. Some companies are reputable, while others are not. Find out how long the company has been established and isn’t some fly-by-night put together just last week.
2. You should be able to reach a reputable company by many ways in case you want to ask any questions. If you are visiting any message boards or review sites, find out what people have to say about the company.
3. Learn everything you can about diamonds. Companies that are nothing more than scams will throw out incorrect information to appear they’re knowledgeable – but if you did your homework, you’ll spot them a mile away.
4. A company you can trust will bend over backwards to help you understand about diamonds and know exactly what you’re paying for. They’ll guide you through every step of the buying process to ensure you’re happy with your purchase.
5. Understand their return policy. Make sure you understand every part of the return policy so that you know it inside and out. Don’t wait until after you spend your hard earned money to find out that you won’t get your money back from your purchase because you didn’t do something right.
6. Be careful about companies who sell many unrelated items such as clothes, computers, fitness equipment etc. The best diamonds are purchased from people who specialize in them.
7. Find out if they are members of any jewellery associations British Jewellers’ Association.

It’s actually wise to buy your diamond online, since you get more choice than what a brick and mortar jewellery store can offer. Safety, however, is a concern when purchasing anything on the ‘net. Be a knowledgeable online consumer and you won’t have any problems with your diamond purchase.

• Princess cut diamond stud earrings are a very popular jewelry among women.

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