Selecting the Perfect Diamond Engagement Ring - The 4 C's of Diamonds

Diamond Engagement Rings in Hobart, Tasmania & Adelaide

Selecting a diamond engagement ring can be a daunting experience especially when you consider it is a ring that will be worn every day and treasured for life. We can help you select your special diamond ring, whether it is for an engagement or anniversary celebration, so you can be sure you have the best quality design and stone to suit your budget and style. All diamonds sold by Adelaide Exchange are assessed against the 'Four C's' and on this page we explain the four most important characteristics in determining a diamond's value:

CUT

The cut refers to the diamond's reflective quality – not the actual shape of the diamond. This is the most important factor in determining the quality of any diamond.
A good cut gives a diamond its brilliance. A perfectly cut diamond will take light in and shoot it straight back out again, emitting a dazzling and sparkling light.

CLARITY

Clarity measures the flawlessness of a diamond, in terms of how many flaws or blemishes are present.
A diamond that is free of inclusions and surface blemishes is very rare and therefore extremely valuable.
The clarity of a diamond will determine its identity, since no two diamonds are the same. It provides a 'fingerprint' for all diamonds.

COLOUR

Diamonds naturally come in every colour of the rainbow. Yet the best colour for a diamond is no colour at all.
Colours of diamonds are ranked from completely clear and colourless through to a light yellow.
Differences between diamond colour grades are subtle and only a trained jeweller and an expert eye can properly grade a diamond.

CARAT WEIGHT

The weight of a diamond is measured in carats. The bigger the carat weight, the rarer the diamond, and therefore the higher the price.
One carat is divided into 100 'points'. For example, a diamond of 75 points weighs .75 carats.
The carat weight of a diamond is easy to determine, however two diamonds of equal carat weight can significantly differ in value due to their cut, clarity and colour.

View our online store range of diamond rings here and see in store for our complete range - we have stores in Adelaide, Glenelg, Tea Tree Plaza, Mitcham and a store in Hobart, Tasmania.

You can purchase loose diamonds from Adelaide Exchange or as already set into a diamond engagement ring... or as any other item of jewellery such as; earrings, bracelets, brooches or pendants, all available in stunning and unique settings. We have a vast range of diamond engagement rings in many designs to select from in each of our jewellery stores in Adelaide, Glenelg, Tea Tree Plaza, Mitcham and Hobart, plus we have a manufacturing jeweller who can design and individually handcraft your engagement ring or jewellery piece, uniquely for you. 

If you're looking for diamond engagement rings in Adelaide, South Australia, or diamond engagement rings in Hobart, Tasmania, you've come to the right place! Take a sneak peek at a some of our range in our online store now plus there are many more in each of our stores.

(Author: Adelaide Exchange | Updated 15th April 2019)