Many individuals, nowadays, are purchasing gemstone engagement rings as a sign of their love and commitment. These gorgeous rings can be made of emeralds, amethysts, yellow or blue sapphires, and many other unique gemstones to create a ring. Some individuals believe that a person should spend approximately one to two-month salaries for a spectacular ring, because true love that only happens once in a lifetime. On the other hand, some individuals are purchasing high-quality diamond ring. When looking at diamonds it is important to remember to look at the cut of the diamond, which can be round, princess, oval, square, marquise, pear, emerald and cushion-shape. The color of the stone, because they can be found in shades of green, blue, yellow, orange, pink, and red. In addition, an individual will also want to consider the clarity of the diamond. In most important to size of the diamond, this is measured in carats. By combining all of these important features are how a skilled jeweler creates a breathtaking work of art, which determines the cost of the ring.