77 Diamonds Blog
18Dec/092

10 Steps to Choosing the Perfect Engagement Ring

Deciding on the perfect engagement ring to give to your intended is extremely challenging if you don’t know where to start.  Here is a 10 step simple guide to choosing the right ring for her.


Before you start looking at jewellers

  • 1) DECIDE ON A BUDGET AND KNOW HER SIZE
    Your personal budget must be considered when purchasing a ring and it is better to do so before you start shopping around. It is conventionally suggested that you spend at least two months worth of your salary on a diamond engagement ring.  Ring prices can begin modest, but can range quite high so you’ll need to weigh out your wallet size with her preferences.  You should also make sure that at this point you have a measurement for the ring size. Read here if you want tips on finding it without her knowing!
30Nov/090

How to Care For Your Diamond Jewellery

Everyone knows that diamonds are considered to be one of the hardest natural substances known, but many do not know that they are also susceptible to damage. In any jewellery setting diamonds are at risk for chipping, cracking, or scratching so it is important to take the utmost care when cleaning or wearing your jewellery. In this article we’ll give you some tips for keeping your diamonds sparkling for a lifetime!


Handling and Care

  1. You should have your diamond jewellery checked by a professional jeweller at least once a year.  The prongs and mountings will be checked to make sure the diamond is held tightly in place. This is an important precaution to take in order make sure that your diamond is not at risk for falling out of its setting.