Celebrating the Valentine’s season is the perfect opportunity to express your love to your special someone by gifting them Argyle pink diamonds. It can be a ring, necklace, bracelet, or earrings. Although there are other fancy-coloured diamonds available in the market, the Argyle pink diamond is one of the options that you can try gifting to your special someone.
When looking for the best Argyle pink diamonds, the first thing you should consider is the 4Cs (cut, colour, carat, and clarity). These are also the factors considered when determining prices. And not just in pink diamonds, but also other fancy-coloured diamonds.
In this article, we’ll discuss some tips for selecting Argyle pink diamonds as a Velnetine’s gift.
1. Understand Why Argyle Pink Diamonds are Special
Argyle pink diamonds are becoming more popular, especially since the Argyle Mine closed in 2020. They used to supply 90% of the world’s pink diamonds, but now that the Mine is closed, there are only a few Argyle pink diamonds available in the market. Fortunately, there are still other diamond mines in other countries, such as in South Africa, Tanzania, Brazil, India, and Angola.
Since pink diamonds are rare, gifting one can also be a sign that the person you’re giving it to is an important part of your life.
2. Choose the Right Shade of Pink
Pink diamonds come with a wide range of shades, which can be from deep purplish-pink to soft blush. As for the scale, they’re graded from 1P (having the deepest pink shade) to 9P (having the lightest shade of pink.
When looking for the right shade of Argyle pink diamond for your special someone, ensure that it’s the shade that they’ll appreciate. Of course, this also means that you should know the shade of pink that your partner loves. Usually, the colour of the Argyle pink diamond outweighs the rest of the 4Cs, which is why it’s the first factor you should look into.
3. Pay Attention to the 4Cs
As mentioned, the 4Cs are one of the most important factors to consider when looking for the ideal Argyle pink diamonds. Although colour is the most important factor, the others (carat, cut, and clarity) are all important. When it comes to cuts, some of the most popular are pear, oval, cushion, and radiant.
Meanwhile, clarity is about how clean the pink diamond is. The scale ranges from flawless, very, very slightly included, very slightly included, slightly included, and included. Lastly, the carat is the weight of the diamond, and the heavier the weight, the higher the price.
4. Consider Certification and Provenance
When buying Argyle pink diamonds, ensure that they come with certification from recognised authorities, such as the GIA or Argyle Pink Diamonds Certificate. These certificates allow you to verify the authenticity of the diamond, so that you know its quality, origin, and if your investment is worth it.
Argyle pink diamonds are carefully extracted, tracked, polished, and authenticated, which is why the damage is minimised. During the authentication stage, they assign a unique lot number and add a laser inscription for traceability. So, when checking the authenticity of the diamonds, you can check whether the inscription and lot number included in the certificate match.
5. Choose a Design That Reflects Your Love Story
Are you planning to propose this Valentine’s Day? When looking for the right Argyle pink diamond for an engagement ring, don’t forget to consider your love story. Once you’ve thought about your love story, that’s when you should start looking for the right shade of Argyle pink diamond, metals for the ring band, and tae style for the settings.
Some of the most popular settings for engagement rings include halo, solitaire, and vintage-inspired. In addition, if you’re planning to add some sentiments, you can also consider a customised piece, but ensure that it still fits your budget. At the same time, you should look out for available options in the market before trying out the custom engagement ring.
6. Think Beyond Rings
One of the most common options for Valentine’s Day gifts is an engagement ring. However, it’s not the only option, especially for new couples, married ones, and those who aren’t ready to tie the knot.
So, since there’s still enough time to decide, you should think beyond rings. As mentioned, there are other jewellery options that you can choose from when buying Argyle pink diamonds, such as bracelets, earrings, and necklaces.
7. Invest in Rarity and Emotion
With the closure of the Argyle Mine, Argyle pink diamonds became rarer, which is why they’re a great option as a gift. Besides, having emotional investment can also provide the best gift that your partner will never forget.
However, if you’re planning to get an Argyle pink diamond this Valentine’s season, start looking as early as possible, since you might have a hard time.
Final Thoughts
Aside from aesthetics, gifting Aryle pink diamonds to your special someone also means you have an enduring commitment and rare love. Since there are no two pink diamonds that are completely the same, it means that you also view your relationship as one of a kind and special.
Let us know what type of Argyle pink diamond you prefer by commenting below!
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Aliana Baraquio is currently writing for Musson Jewellers Australia, a rare and enduring jewellery design business that has been providing the finest jewellery for over 40 years in Sydney. Her free time is spent on her phone and new comics to read.
