buying guide

Whether you’re a couple in love, picking an engagement ring together, or a gentleman looking for the ultimate surprise for his intended, the Australian Diamond Company is here to help.

Our consultants are happy to walk you through each step of the process, but before coming in you might consider the following important factors in choosing the perfect ring:

A MATTER OF TASTE

Consider the lady’s taste in jewellery. Does she have classic taste or prefer more contemporary designs? Does her sense of style lean towards antique or period styles, such as art deco or Victorian? Also, does she favour white or yellow metals? With more than 400 rings in the showroom, our consultants can easily find the right piece to match her personal style.

A CUT ABOVE

Settling on the cut of the stone is another personal decision. The fancier Cushion and Radiant cuts are currently surging in popularity, while the traditional Round Brilliant has a timeless appeal and the square Princess cut is always in favour. The shape of the stone will also influence the design of the setting and the ring itself.

ONE SIZE FITS HER

Given there’s a lot riding over the moment he’s planning, a gentleman shopping for a surprise engagement ring is often apprehensive over finger size. The best option is to covertly bring in one of her rings for us to measure, but if that’s impossible, an approximation of her hand size is fine. And relax, we can quickly and conveniently resize the ring once she says ‘yes’!

ESSENTIAL VALUE

The sky is the limit with diamonds, so it’s a good idea to start looking with an ideal price range in mind. Our consultants can show you a broad selection of rings and stones to suit your price range, leaving you to make a decision based on where you see value – perhaps a finer cut, more carats or exceptional purity.

TIMING IS EVERYTHING

If you have a special date in mind to propose and want to work with our designers on a unique piece, please note that our custom service will take about four to six weeks, so plan ahead!

We also offer layby and interest-free finance to approved customers.

 
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