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Question: Can anyone tell the differences between Moissanite and Briolite engagement rings?

I'm trying to look for an engagement ring that isn't a diamond, but a colorless alternative. I've already done my research on Moissanite but can't find much information on Briolite rings....does anyone own a Briolite ring? What do you think of it?

Answer: what are the reasons for you choosing a colorless ...

what are the reasons for you choosing a colorless alternative to a diamond. Briolite and moissanite are different stones all together. If you would like a large stone now and maybe later replace it with a diamond then I suggest a CZ. moissanite under a loupe "doubles" which lets a jeweler know that it isnt a diamond. actually a CZ looks more like a diamond and its cheaper than a moissanite. remember there is a difference between simulated and synthetic stones, neither briolite, moissonite or CZ are diamonds, they just look like a colorless stone. Moissanite is a lab created gemstone that has a higher refractive index than natural diamonds. The dispersion of light from moissanite is also higher, and colored flashes can be seen under white light. Briolite on the other hand is a lab created gemstone that was created to match natural diamonds in virtually every property. While moissanite looks great on it's own, briolite looks far better as an imitation diamond. Advise is not to go with a briolite or moissanite. both will wear eventually and beard because they arent as hard as a diamond, then people will know they are fake, at least with a CZ you can replace it cheaply when it begins to beard. So it really depends what you're looking for. If you want something that looks identical to a diamond, briolite is good for you. If you can appreciate the natural beauty of the more colorful moissanite stones, then u should go with that!

Question: Where would you buy an engagement ring? Spence diamonds?

Answer: Cracker Jacks.

Cracker Jacks.

Answer: A great place to buy an engagement ring ISN'T one of the ...

A great place to buy an engagement ring ISN'T one of the mall stores. Look for an established jeweler in your area instead. The smaller stores will offer better, personalized service. Another route you might want to consider is estate jewelry--smaller stores often have a large inventory to choose from, and they are beautiful!! The craftsmanship is oftentimes better, too.

Answer: http://mdcdiamonds.com/EngagementRings.cfm they have ...

http://mdcdiamonds.com/EngagementRings.cfm they have excellent and many many good references on ivouch and ebay

Question: engagement ring diamond is loose in its setting?

the diamond in my engagement ring keeps getting loose. When I first got it it was really loose so I had it tightened. The jeweler said there was always a chance the corner could chip while tightening it so he didn't tighten it all the way. So now it is loose again. It just slides a little bit when I push it with my finger nail. It is a princess cut (square) with a prong holding it at each corner. Should I be worried that it will fall out? If I take it to get tightened at a different store should I be worried about the corner chipping if they tighten it too much? I dont have insurance on it and my fiance bought it from a jeweler that is several states away from where I am... eek

Answer: Yes be worried I lostdiamond out ofwedding ring and ...

Yes be worried I lostdiamond out ofwedding ring and felt like sh*t after it happened. Get an opinion from another jeweler to see what he says you can do.

Answer: Do you have insurance on your ring? If so then if anything ...

Do you have insurance on your ring? If so then if anything ever happens the jeweler is supposed to replace it.

Answer: Take it to the jewel from which it was purchased and demand ...

Take it to the jewel from which it was purchased and demand that they put it in a new band and setting. Shouldn't be loose. If you have them tighten it again and it gets chipped then they'd have to replace the diamond.

Answer: I'd get a second opinion and try to have it tightened ...

I'd get a second opinion and try to have it tightened more. A replacement gem won't have the same sentimental value. OR, if it's a problem with the design, maybe the jewelry store would allow you to choose another setting instead. Good luck! Can anyone help me with another ring question, please? http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=Alp27vYmvL1WVwKlq6ijnXLsy6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20080329221405AAqRKcZ

Answer: It needs to be tightened again before you lose it. Take it ...

It needs to be tightened again before you lose it. Take it to a reputable jeweler near you, and ASK QUESTIONS before you leave. Most jewelers will not replace your stone if they chip it during repair work - it's called assumed risk. Get insurance on it immediately, whether or not you have it tightened - that way you're covered either way.

Answer: In regards to your question, first off the jeweler that ...

In regards to your question, first off the jeweler that helped you tighten it the first time was right in the sense that with princess cut diamonds you must be very careful with the tips because they are prone to chipping if too much force is applied. There are a few ways to remedy this; if possible you can have the prong setting or head replaced. To an experienced jeweler this should not be a hard thing to do on a simple solitaire setting. Change it to a setting that is more secure, there are various types that will work with a princess. If you're engagement ring is in a fancier setting then it would really depend on the skills of the jeweler and their recommendations. Ask around to see who does very good work. Also I must tell you to stop pushing and poking at the diamond. A diamond is a lot harder then the platinum or white gold setting it is sitting in. Because you probably are constantly pushing it back and forth with your fingernails to check how loose it is you are actually cutting the metal with the diamond, thus making it looser. It might be because you don't have peace of mind with the original setting and so by checking it you are actually making it worse. I'm not saying to not check, what I usually tellclients is if you hit your ring or diamond against something then take a fingernail and place it between the prongs, on the edge (girdle) of the diamond and scratch lightly to see if it's moving. If it is take it off immediately and bring it to me or in your case an experienced jeweler to check and re-tighten. Do not pick and push at it, because it makes it worse and weakens the metal. I would suggest in your case to change the head completely and get it done by an expert that can also help you protect the corners, there are techniques that master jewelers employ to make it less susceptible to chipping, and will give you peace of mind. But make sure they are ok with doing it because the last thing you want is a chipped stone that nobody wants to take responsibility for. If you think it's better to send it back to the original store then do so, but make sure they understand your requests and see if they'll accomodate you or charge a reasonable fee to service you. Now after you have a new head/setting don't push it, use the same technique I wrote about above when you first get it so you know how a secure and tight feel is, and check it the same way each time you hit it. Remember never push or twist to feel for looseness!!! Good luck to you!

Question: My white gold engagement ring has been bent out of shape. Can I fix it?

It's a sort of wonky oval now instead of round. I'm gutted! How can I fix it?

Answer: If you bring it to any local jeweler they can reshape it. It ...

If you bring it to any local jeweler they can reshape it. It happened to mine and when I brought it in, it was so fast and easy, they offered to do it for free. Good luck.

Answer: Yes. Take it to the jeweler you got it from and they can ...

Yes. Take it to the jeweler you got it from and they can re-shape it. Some charge a fee and some will do it for free, you will just have to ask them about the charges.

Answer: Absolutely. I have had the jeweler fix the same issues ...

Absolutely. I have had the jeweler fix the same issues several times. They put it on a "jig" snd reshape it. Remember Gold is soft. Its a very easy fix.

Answer: Bring it to a jeweler and they'll fix it.

Bring it to a jeweler and they'll fix it.

Answer: easily take it to the jewelers and they can slip it down ...

easily take it to the jewelers and they can slip it down a rod til the shape is straightend back up.... wont cost you a thing

Question: When will the trend for diamond engagement rings finally die?!?

Will you do your part to kill this trend cooked up by the the folks at de Beers? If so, how?

Answer: I didn't think it was a trend.

I didn't think it was a trend.

Answer: haha..no way! I just got engaged and lovediamond :)

haha..no way! I just got engaged and lovediamond :)

Answer: When we run out of diamonds.

When we run out of diamonds.

Answer: When will this trend for engagement parties ...

When will this trend for engagement parties stop!!!!???? I think De Beers did such a good job at cornering the market on diamonds that it will never stop, not for hundreds of years. It's very sad.

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