Monday, October 8, 2007

Pearl ring

Pearl ring is a classy alternative for diamond rings. Simple elegance of pearl is perfect for a ring. You can have a pearl ring for almost every occasion, could be an engagement ring or a wedding ring, Pearl ring is also a best choice as a gift.

Pearl is a Birthstone for the month of June so sometimes pearl rings are worn as Birthstone rings. Pearls are less costly than diamonds but they are more difficult to set. Many designers set pearls with diamonds or other gemstones, due to which it may turn out to be bit expensive.

There are many types of pearls are available to choose from; Black pearls, coin pearls, cultured pearls, Button pearls, freshwater pearls and cultured pearls. Also natural pearls are also available which are very rare and expensive.

You can have many options for setting of ring to choose from like gold, sterling silver, white gold or platinum. You can choose as per your design, personal choice and budget. If you want to your ring more rich and classy look then you can combine setting with diamonds or semi precious stone. There are many variety of designs are available to choose from.

There are many things that need to be considered while buying pearls for your ring. These are usually based on several characters of pearls. Pearl should have good luster, brightness. Lower quality pearls have dull or chalky appearance. Pearl surface should be free of cracks, spots and bumps.

There are many shapes that are available in pearls from perfectly round, oval to asymmetrical baroque pearls. Round pearls are very expensive. Baroque pearls are less costly but they have their own charm. Pearls also have many different colors; white, gold, cream, blue, green, rose and many more.

There are many styles present in pearl rings like cocktail rings, rings specially designed for engagement and weddings and many more to choose from.

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