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The symbolic power of jewellery takes on its maximum expression in the engagement ring. The ring becomes a show of love, respect and commitment between two people. A symbol that will last throughout time.

The importance of the moment makes the process of choosing an engagement ring not an easy task, and there are many options. The mount, the diamond, personalized elements and the style are hurdles to overcome in order to find the perfect engagement ring.

This is why at Majoral we have produced some guidelines to help you in the process of choosing the engagement ring.

Solitaire diamond: the 4 factors that determine its quality

The purity and hardness of the diamond make it an exceptional gem and a central piece of engagement jewellery, a symbol of everlasting love. When choosing a diamond engagement ring, there are different aspects that should be taken into account.

Firstly, we should be aware that every diamond is unique and evaluating their qualities is complex. All Majoral’s diamonds of more than 0.25 carats are certified by the Gemmological Institute of America (GIA). Each gem has been individually analyzed in a laboratory and its qualities have been quantified and certified.

The GIA established four criteria to classify a diamond: color, purity, cut and carats. The color may vary between transparent and yellow: the carats mark the weight of the diamond. Additionally, diamonds may also have different types of purity. The GIA establishes a range that varies between purity without defects to visible inclusions. Finally, the size of the diamond will determine its shape. The combination of these factors provides us with its quality and, therefore, its value.

When choosing the engagement ring we should consider its whole design. The combination between the mount of the ring and the precious stone is of great importance when making the choice of the couple’s engagement ring.

Normally, the mounts of diamond engagement rings are made with yellow or white gold. Opting for noble metals guarantees the quality and durability of the item of jewellery. Majoral’s Diamond Ethical Symbol collection has Fairmined yellow and white gold rings with different types of diamonds.

Alternatives to the solitaire diamond

Despite the solitaire diamond engagement ring being the most typical, there are many alternatives available. Majoral’s contemporary jewellery has collections that, without abandoning the historic symbol of the diamond, follows designs that move away from traditional standards.

The Ones, Flô or Feel collections include more discrete diamond rings where the design, elegance and personality take on importance.

For those who love color, sapphires are an alternative to the more traditional solitaire diamond. The Sapphire Ethical Symbol collection includes natural-color ethical sapphires certified by Wennick-Lefèvre, in an organic designed mount.

Personalisation of the ring

Once the model has been chosen, now is the time to personalise the ring. In this case, it is important to select the right size for the couple. At Majoral we have produced a size guide for rings which shows how to calculate the finger size at home with simple methods.

In any case, Majoral provides a free readjustment service of the ring after having made the purchase, ensuring that it fits perfectly.

Additionally, in engagement rings it is common to engrave the name, date or shared message on the interior of the mount, as a reminder of this special moment.

An ethical ring for a unique moment

At Majoral we have decided to include in our solitaire diamond collection our commitment to sustainability, respect for the environment and people. We are convinced that the fairer a piece of jewellery, the more beautiful it is.

For this reason, each engagement ring from Majoral’s Ethical Symbol Diamond collection is made with Fairmined gold, which guarantees that the gold has been extracted from small-scale artisan mines, respecting the territory, the people and the environment.

Choosing an engagement ring is a unique and special moment, and at Majoral we are delighted to be able to advise and accompany you in the choice. You can visit any of our shops or contact us at info@majoral.com for a personalized consultancy.