My Mr. Big Heart
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I got what I wanted
Let me share to you my own story. I got this as my wedding ring because this is exactly what I really wanted even before I got engaged. The picture doesn't really do it justice and there was no sunlight by the window when I took it. Anyway, my husband got this ring instead of a plain wedding band he had been keeping for years. He had a favorite uncle who got married several times who gave him one of the old wedding bands he had in his past marriages. My husband even surprised me when we drove to the jeweler where he had the rings re-sized for us. Well, I didn't like the idea because I don't even know who the woman was who used to wear the ring neither do my husband. Besides a failure marriage that goes with the ring in the past, it doesn't really sound nice to me. My husband didn't realize it and he only thought it was just thoughtful because it was given to him by his favorite uncle.
I do respect the value of an heirloom piece but I just didn't buy the story behind it. It would have been nicer if his mom gave him her engagement ring to give it to his fiancee or something like that. And to think that it was a ring worn in a marriage that didn't last, I didn't want to think that way every time I see it on my own finger. Besides, after the ring was re-sized it was smaller that my husband thought my ring finger is. It wasn't really meant for me. I still keep the ring though in the box that is. That's why he had me pick what I wanted few days before our wedding. I had no choice but to get a ready-made one which was big and just had it re-sized which was quicker than having one custom made. That's about it.
My precious wedding ring which cost my hubby more than what he had in mind. He said I will wear it forever anyway so I had to decide which I really wanted. I felt a little guilty about it though after that old ring dilemma which could have not cost as much as this ring, my dear husband had to pay more. I love it anyway as much as I would love a simple wedding band without any glitter at all. Oh well, you only get married once in your lifetime anyway. Unless of course something else comes along which I hope won't happen to us.
A confused girl behind the diamond necklace
Yes she was confused. Two broken engagement proposals made her one before she finally met the man she is happily married to. The first one from the US proposed to her at first meeting. Sounds familiar. Most relationships over the Internet usually goes all too quick that way like I had been. The only difference though, she didn't end up with him. She met another guy from the UK and proposed to him while she was currently engaged to the guy from the US. Confused? Collect and select? Perhaps. It's a matter of being wise and smart. As I remember, a college professor told us once, you better start looking now for someone you think is best for you or end up with someone you think is the last that's left because there's no time to look. She didn't want for her fiance to spend much for it
Fascinating Diamond Facts
The diamond derives its name from the Greek word adamas, meaning unconquerable.
The Diamond is the hardest substance on earth.
Diamonds are formed under extreme heat and pressure deep within the earth's crust, and come to the surface through volcanic eruptions.
Most diamonds found in nature are between one and three billion years old.
80% of the world's diamonds are not suitable for jewelry.
Diamonds are the only gemstones composed of just one chemical element, carbon. Although crystal-clear, it is black when reduced to dust.
In 1994, Pauline Willemse cut the world's smallest diamond. It was 50 times smaller than the head of a ballpoint pen.
The largest diamond ever found was the Cullinan at 3,106 carats. Known also as the Star of Africa, it adorns the scepter of King Edward VII of England. The Tower of London is its current home.
Most expensive diamond: $16,548,750. It was bought in 1997 and was 100 carats.
The easiest way to spot the difference between a diamond and cubic zirconia is to weigh it. Cubic zirconia weigh 55% more than diamonds.
A diamond's cut is critical to its final beauty.
Diamonds can be completely consumed by fire at temperatures ranging from 1,400° to 1,607° F., depending on the hardness of the gem.
The engagement diamond is worn on the third finger of the left hand, because the ancient Egyptians believed that the vein in that finger ran directly to the heart.
The first recorded diamond engagement ring was given to Mary of Burgundy from Archduke Maximillian of Austria in 1477 as a betrothal gift.
On May 13, 1888, using a pen encrusted with diamonds and emeralds, the Princess Imperial Regent Dona Isabel signed the decree ending slavery in Brazil. With a single stroke, she liberated 1,500,000 men, women and children, and brought freedom to the last slave-holding country in the western hemisphere.
The 4 Cs , the characteristics by which a diamond's value is determined, were introduced in 1939.
It is believed that a diamond: endows the wearer with courage and fortitude; brings victory and good fortune; wards off evil; protects against the plague; promotes constancy in a marriage.
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How is diamond created?
Diamond is essentially pure carbon. Carbon comes in three configurations, there is the one-dimensional or powder carbon, the two-dimensional or graphite carbon (similar to the lead in your pencil), and there is the three-dimensional form which is diamond. These types of diamonds depend on the molecular arrangement of the carbon atoms in relation to each other. Diamond is formed under extreme heat and pressure deep within the Earth's crust, and come to the surface via Volcanoes. Most diamonds are found in Kimberlite, which is volcanic rock. Although man can create graphite carbon from powder, there is not yet any technology which is capable of generating the compressive forces and extreme heat required to create diamonds.
Origin of the wedding / engagement ring
The circular shape of a wedding ring symbolizes eternal love. Gold represents enduring beauty, purity, and strength, all appropriate marriage sentiments. Why wear the ring on the third finger of the left hand? The ancient Egyptians believed that the vein in that finger ran directly to the heart. As for that big rock of an engagement ring, brides have the Archduke Maximillian of Austria and Mary of Burgundy to thank for that: In 1477 he offered his beloved a diamond as a betrothal gift -- the first recorded diamond engagement ring.
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Glittery Report is a blog about anything and everything that has diamonds. I can feature your favorite diamond jewelries here. Let me know your favorite diamond jewelry or your ideal diamond engagement ring. Send me your diamond jewelry photo with a story or a little note about it and why you love it so much you wanted to tell the world. If someone will propose to you, what are the specifications or ideal cut would you prefer? Would you rather pure ol' gold or platinum setting? As with your dream diamond ring, earrings, bracelet or necklace, let me know why you wanted to have one. I know how much some of the ladies out there are anxious to share to friends or family how much they love the most precious stone in the world but are hesitant or just plain reserved to talk about it. No matter how simple, small or big it is. What really counts most is how special it makes you. Ladies, this is the place. For gentlemen, don't be intimidated and don't run away. You can tell me what you think about the choice you made. Some men are actually into sparkles too. They just wanted to be discreet.
I got my first diamond when I got engaged to the man I am happily married to. I never had a dream of owning one nor that I do know all about the 4C's until after I saw how glittery, precious and elegant diamonds are when worn. From then on, I could spend all day looking at photos of different diamond rings and admire as they sparkle. Don't you? I also wanted to tackle about the essentials of getting one for your soon-to-be wife or your fiancée. What do women really want? Ask my opinion about your choice and I will tell you what your woman will probably think about it. I will be sharing some experiences as well, personally, from friends or just random thoughts. Get a good shot of those arrows and hearts now! By the way, I am not in any way savvy about gemstones or precious stones neither that I am a professional jeweler. This is just for pure fun. I know how women feel about diamonds and jewelries. I just wanted to create a place that will give ladies and gentlemen alike to voice out any thoughts on diamonds and other gemstones for that matter if you prefer something else.
