The Next Diamonds Guide
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How long does it take to make an engagement ring?
Most of our rings are hand crafted in up to 10 business days, then FedEx delivers in 1 to 2. What adds time, and the last day to order for Christmas.
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Do fancy shape diamonds have a cut grade?
Only round diamonds get an official cut grade. What the report shows for ovals and other shapes, and what "Ideal" really means.
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Lab grown diamond, moissanite or cubic zirconia?
What each stone is, hardness, sparkle and price. Only one of the three is a diamond.
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High set or low set engagement ring: which is right for you?
How to tell high, medium and low set apart, which is most comfortable, and which wedding bands sit flush.
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Can you buy an oval diamond with no bow tie?
Every oval shows some bow tie. Here is what causes it, why no certificate shows it, and how we hand pick ovals where it is faint.
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Elongated cushion: crushed ice or brilliant?
Tiny pinpoint sparkles or big flashes of light. How to tell them apart, which one hides the bow tie better, and which to pick.
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How do I find her ring size secretly?
Six ways to find out her size without asking her, including our free ring sizer, how to read a ring in millimeters, and one free resize within 90 days.
No guide on that yet. Ask us in the chat and we will help.
