Be The Hero

Once upon a time… somewhere… a man gave a woman a diamond.

To him it just seemed like the right thing to do. He wanted to express his love… but he had no idea he was setting a precedent for the rest of the world.

Yet ever since that day, men have been giving engagement diamonds to the women they love.

At Ramsey's Diamond Jewelers, we think we know why. We think men give women diamonds because to guys, women and diamonds have similar defining characteristics…they both sparkle beautifully… they're both bright and dazzling… and they both dance incredibly well in the spotlight. And, diamonds, just like the right woman, are extremely rare… which is why every woman deserves one.

Besides, the only thing more beautiful than the sparkle of a diamond is the sparkle in the eyes of the woman who wears one.

Its time to pop the question. You’ve got a lot of decisions to make including selecting the perfect ring. Good thing you’ve picked Ramsey’s because the truth is we don’t have a single bad diamond or ring in the place. Here’s why: We hand select each diamond before purchasing them. We don’t buy big lots or the left overs. We get first pick directly from the Diamond Cutters.

We want you to be a Hero when your bride-to-be sees the unique ring you’ve selected for that one-of-a-kind girl. One that sparkles as bright as her smile and will have people commenting on how her ring is almost as gorgeous as she is.

To help you out in your process we’ve put together 10 things to look for when purchasing a diamond

  1. Make sure you buy a Diamond which has been certified according to GIA standards. At Ramsey's Diamond Jewelers, each diamond is graded by a Graduate Gemologist in accordance with the GIA. If the grading is inaccurate in any way, we'll gladly replace your diamond.
  2. Always look at the diamond you are buying in a Binocular Microscope and never through a Loupe.
  3. Your purchase should include a Free Lifetime Warranty with regular inspections of the mounting for diamond security.
  4. Compare your diamond side-by-side with other diamonds of similar specifications. This is the number one reason not to buy your diamond online.
  5. Avoid pricing games by purchasing from a jeweler who lists all their prices right there on the ring.
  6. Get a 30 day money back guarantee in case you need to return the ring for any reason.
  7. Have you every heard of Shrinking-Diamond-Syndrome? With a Lifetime Trade-Up Value you can upgrade your center stone trading in your original diamond for the same amount of its purchase.
  8. Choose a jeweler who specializes in diamonds. They always get the best selection of diamonds.
  9. Make sure you choose a diamond which is cut properly. Diamond Cutters can get more carat weight on a diamond by cutting it fat or deep which makes the diamonds cost more, but negatively impacts their beauty.
  10. Buy from a jeweler whose staff understands your budget and has the selection and inventory to offer you a quality diamond which you can afford. You should never feel pressured to purchase a diamond or ring which you are uncomfortable with.

Need some ideas on how to propose?

The Alice in Wonderland Proposal

Show her that yours is a fairytale romance. Start by setting out some chocolates with a sign that reads “Eat Me.” Further down the hall or path, leave a glass of champagne with a card that says “Drink Me.” A rose is the next stop with a card that instructs “Smell Me.” Finally, center the ring on a bed of rose petals with a sign that says “Marry Me?”

A Real Ramsey’s “Picture Perfect” Proposal

Ramsey’s customer Ashe Ricks took his sweetheart for an afternoon stroll in the French Quarter. As they made their way through Jackson Square he suggested getting a caricature drawing as a reminder of their day. As they sat there smiling hand in hand, she had so idea she was posing for her engagement portrait. When the artist finished, he revealed the masterpiece - it was a picture of Ashe down on one knee holding out a beautiful Ramsey’s Diamond Engagement Ring! When his girlfriend looked up Ashe was ready on bended knee with his Ramsey’s engagement ring in hand.

The Story Time Proposal

This is the perfect proposal to remind her of what you’ve already shared together. Create a small book or scrapbook of your relationship that tells the story of how you met and fell in love. In the last pages, include the story of your proposal, describing this scrapbook. When she looks to you in surprise, have the ring ready and tell her you can’t wait to fill in the rest of these pages with her.

The Treasure Hunt

Keep her guessing with a treasure hunt created just for her. Start by placing a clue in an obvious place where you know she will find it, then send her on a romantic, adventure filled quest for the valuable prize. Be creative and use clues that have personal significance to your relationship. The last clue will lead her to you, and her very own precious gem - a Ramsey’s diamond engagement ring!

The 12 Day Proposal

Twelve days before the big day begin sending her a single red rose. Explain that you just want to remind her every day how much you love her. On the 12th day when she is expecting her twelfth rose to complete the dozen, show up instead with a dozen roses and the ring, and ask her to marry you.

The Wedding Planner

Gift wrap a wedding planning magazine or book with some of your favorite ideas highlighted and surprise her with the gift. As she opens the box and looks to you with a puzzled look, get down on one knee and present her with the ring. She’ll be so excited to start planning your wedding together.