Archive for February, 2010
Selecting the Right Engagement Ring
For men, proposing is one of the most difficult tasks throughout life. There’s a lot of nervousness and anxiety involved with getting down on one knee and proposing to a potential spouse. But even more frustrating can be choosing the right engagement or wedding ring. When it comes to rings, often women have an idea in their minds about their ideal ring, and it’s important to meet their expectations. While gems like emeralds, sapphires, and rubies can be fashionable, most women want diamonds to represent a commitment of lasting love. Diamond engagement rings are without a doubt the most popular, but choosing the right ring can be difficult.
When it comes to choosing a diamond ring, be sure to choose something that is fashionable and affordable. It’s not right to need to take out a second mortgage to purchase an engagement ring. For men, should you feel that a woman you live might be ‘the one’ it’s a good idea to start saving for a ring. You want the ring to be special, and you want her to feel special, so shop around and don’t purchase the first thing that catches your eye (or hers!).
The Mysterious Moonstone
Moonstones belong to the mineral group feldspar. Almost two thirds of the rocks on Earth belong to the feldspar group. Traditional moonstones usually come from Sri Lanka. But they can also be found in Brazil, the United States, Australia, Madagascar and Myanmar. In recent years these stones have gained great popularity and can be quite expensive.
Moonstones come in a variety of colors and shapes. In the last few years green, brown, orange, black and red stones have been seen on the market in addition to the traditional blue. If you’ve noticed that the moon stone ring your sister wears has a mysterious “shimmer” quality, you are probably noticing what’s called ‘adularisation’. This is when light rays are refracted and scattered in the stone. This process causes the unique light effect that prompts the stone to be so distinctive and desirable.