Engagement Diamonds Through the Years

The earliest uses of engagement rings can be attributed to not only the ancient Greeks, but also the Romans, and Egyptians. A betrothal ring symbolized a woman's connection to the man who would become her husband, although the arrangement was more of a business proposition than a romantic union.

The Greeks are credited with the initial idea to wear the ring on the fourth finger of the left hand, where the "vena amoris" or vein of love was supposed to connect to the heart.

In the late 19th century, extensive diamond deposits were discovered in Africa, effectively making diamonds less expensive and available for the general public to purchase. Because of the sudden increased quantity of diamonds, designs became more elaborate and intricate, and more brides-to-be began to receive diamond engagement rings.

In current times, diamonds are still a popular choice for engagement rings. However, many couples are now selecting laboratory grown diamonds instead of earth mined. Not only are these man made diamonds a more practical economic value, but an eco-friendly one as well.

Additionally, technology has helped in the advancement of laboratory grown diamonds in a very special way. Due to scientific discoveries, diamonds can be created using signature carbon (hair). To the delight of brides, these man made diamonds are indeed, real diamonds and are also a true representation of the couples love and commitment

These personal, created diamonds, possess the identical chemical, optical and physical properties of earth-mined diamonds. They also will forever contain the personal carbon, that is, the essence of a couples love.

Brides and grooms looking to express their love for each other with a unique engagement ring should look further into creating a DNA2Diamonds.

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