In 1835, Alfred, Lord Tennyson wrote his “Locksley Hall” poem and the much quoted line “In the Spring a young man’s fancy lightly turns to thoughts of love.”  Spring is still the traditional time when most people become engaged.

Along with the romance and excitement of “popping the question” comes the responsibility of choosing the right engagement ring.  Here are some tips!

Once you’ve decided on your budget, think about your partner’s style – is it traditional, classic, contemporary or avant garde?

Think about the band.  White gold and platinum are very popular engagement ring metals. White gold is usually plated with rhodium for a bright silvery appearance, and platinum is hard, strong and naturally silvery colour that dulls over time.  Or does your partner like natural yellow-orange gold, or a lighter yellow colour?

Choose your partner’s correct ring band size by (secretly!) borrowing, drawing or measuring another of your partner’s rings.  Rings can be resized, but it’s easier and cheaper to resize a ring that’s too large, rather than too small.

Most engagement ring gemstones are diamonds – and it’s a brave partner who chooses anything else!  Diamonds are very durable and work well with other jewellery.

At EzyCash, you can choose from a range of very desirable diamond solitaire engagement rings in 18ct white gold from 0.50ct (half carat) to 1.00ct. These new, stunning rings are absolutely beautiful.  They are also excellent value and very affordable.

The team at EzyCash Gold Buyers are diamond engagement ring and wedding jewellery experts, as well as high-end vintage and second-hand jewellery appraisers. They sell new and vintage diamond engagement rings, gemstones, white gold, platinum and goldrings and jewellery, and they also buy new and vintage diamond engagement rings, gemstones white gold, platinum and gold rings and jewellery, broken jewellery and quality watches (including broken watches) for cash, giving the best price, in cash, instantly.