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Rings Learning Center

At Zoara we understand that finding the perfect ring for that special occasion can be a difficult and time consuming task. That's why we created our educational ring guide to help you through the process. Whether you are looking for an engagement ring, wedding ring, anniversary ring or personal gift, you will be able to find all the information you need right here.

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Engagement Ring Learning Center
Learn about the key factors you should consider when shopping for an engagement ring. Let Zoara help guide you in the right direction.
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Wedding Band Learning Center
Helpful tips and suggestions for anyone shopping for men's and women's wedding bands. Discover the best ways to choose the perfect metal, thickness and design for your wedding ring.
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Ring Setting Learning Center
You've chosen your stones and the precious metal, now it's time to choose a setting for your engagement ring. Learn more about the different types of ring settings Zoara has to offer.
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Anniversary Ring Learning Center
An anniversary ring is imbued with beautiful significance. Learn more about three-stone, five-stone and eternity anniversary rings.
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Ring Size Guide
We invite you to download and print out our complimentary easy-to-use ring sizer or take advantage of our do-it-yourself ring sizing guide.
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Making the Purchase
What you should know before you make your purchase to guarentee a safe and satisfactory transaction.
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Proposal Tips and Stories

Read through our extensive collection of proposal stories. Gather some ideas, collect some tips, or contribute your own personal proposal story.

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Diamond Learning Center

We invite you to learn all about the world's strongest and most mesmerizing precious stone. From the essential Four C's to diamond appraisals, Zoara provides you a myriad of detailed information.

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Ring Learning Center

Shopping for a Diamond Ring can be extremely daunting. In fact, many men report that the most anxiety inducing aspect of their marriage proposal is trying to pick out the right engagement ring. This is why Zoara is dedicated to providing their customers with the most comprehensible informational pages regarding Wedding Rings, Engagement Rings, and Anniversary Rings. Buying a diamond engagement ring should be fun and exciting, not scary and discouraging. Let Zoara make shopping for the right ring simple, easy and satisfying.

For those who are planning on tying the knot, we offer a thorough overview of all of our Pre-Set Engagement Rings. We'll walk you through the engagement essentials such as setting a budget, choosing a setting, and finally, picking a diamond. You'll find links to our very popular Solitaire Rings along with links to our Design Your Own tool. We offer a wide selection of solitaire diamond rings, side stone rings, tension settings and three stone rings.Zoara wants to make it easier for you to find the ring that will capture her heart.

Couples who have already decided to tie the knot are invited to peruse our Wedding Band Learning Center pages. Because the wedding band involves no element of surprise, shopping for the right ring is relatively straight forward. However, a wedding ring is a piece of jewelry that you will wear for the rest of your life, so you want it to suit your personal taste as well as your life style. Some women prefer wedding rings that can be worn with their engagement ring, such as curved wedding bands which fit comfortably beneath a typical diamond solitaire ring. Others prefer plain metal bands that are simple and light weight. On Zoara, you'll find information about different Precious Metals and different styles for Men's Wedding Bands and Women's Wedding Rings.

It's your anniversary? What a perfect time to present your wife with the classic and timeless symbol of your enduring love. Zoara will help you find the perfect anniversary ring for your special someone. We offer information on three-stone diamond rings, five-stone diamond rings, Anniversary Rings and diamond Eternity Bands.

Finally, make sure you're making the right purchase. Do you know your Ring Size? Do you know her ring size?Does your jeweler provide you with an appropriate return policy, shipping policy and warranty? Go through our check list when you're Making The Purchase to ensure that you have all your bases covered regarding your special diamond ring. Zoara wants to ensure that our customers are informed and educated.So if you're looking for a fine ring for yourself or for that special someone, let Zoara guide you through the process.


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	X Zoara is proud to offer our customers a safe, quick and convenient way to complete their orders with Google Checkout. Enter your payment and shipping details when you complete your first order and you never have to fill out check-out forms again. Purchase items on Zoara and other internet stores and track all of your orders and shipping details in one place, simply by logging into your Google Account. Google Checkout saves your information safely and securely, providing you with fraud protection from unauthorized purchases. For more information, please visit theGoogle Checkout website.


	X Zoara offers customers the option of completing their purchases with the convenience of Bill Me Later. With Bill Me Later, you can save your shipping details safely and securely with zero fraud liability protection, complete your order quickly, and finance your payments with no annual fee. A registered Bill Me Later account works like an unlimited credit account that bills you only after you have made your purchase. Checkout is fast and easy, and you can feel comfortable making purchases online without worrying about credit limits or identity theft. For more information, please visit the Bill Me Later website.


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	X Many of Zoara's products are available in a variety of precious metals including Gold, Silver and Platinum. Seach the products below according to your choice of metal by selecting your preferred metal from the drop-down menu. Learn more about Precious Metals with Zoara.


	X Many of Zoara's products are accented by precious stones including Diamonds, Gemstones and Pearls. To search the products below according to a specific precious stone, simply select your preferred accent stone from the drop-down menu. For more information, we invite you to visit our Zoara Learning Center .


	X Diamond shape is something even an inexperienced diamond buyer can asses and appreciate, making it a crucial factor in any consumer’s decision-making process. At Zoara, we offer an extensive selection of the ten most popular diamond shapes to suit any style. To begin your diamond search by shape, simply click on the image of your preferred diamond shape. Learn more about Diamond Shapes with Zoara.


	X At Zoara, we know that sometimes it can be hard to adhere to your budget. For that reason, we provide you with a simple tool that allows you to browse diamonds that fall within a specific price range. To define your price range, simply click and drag the arrows provided on the opposite ends of the bar to adjust them to your specifications.


	X Carats are the standard units of weight used to measure diamonds. 1 carat = 0.2 grams. To define the desired carat weight rage of your diamond, simply click and drag the arrows provided on opposite ends of the bar and adjust them to your desired carat range. Learn more about Carat Weight with Zoara.


	X Color denotes the diamond's whiteness, or lack of color. The more colorless a diamond's hue, the higher its color grading will be. The color grading scale ranges from D to Z, with D serving as the highest color grade and Z as the lowest. Zoara only carries diamonds that fall between the D-J color range. Learn more about Diamond Color with Zoara.


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	X Cut refers to the diamond's symmetry, polish and facet proportions. The quality of these features impacts a diamond’s fire, sparkle, and brilliance. Learn more about Diamond Cuts with Zoara.


	X Every natural diamond possesses clarity characteristics, or “birthmarks.” These “birthmarks”, can be microscopic crystals, tiny scratches or other structural elements that occur in the diamond during formation. A diamond’s clarity grade denotes the size and number of these characteristics. Large, visible inclusions negatively impact the value and beauty of a diamond. The clarity scale ranges from FL (Flawless) to I (Included). Zoara only offers diamonds with a clarity grade of SI (Slightly Included) or above. Learn more about Diamond Clarity with Zoara.


	X All Zoara diamonds are examined and certified by one of two highly acclaimed gemological laboratories: GIA or AGSL. As you shop for diamonds, we invite you to peruse each stone’s scanned gemological certification which we have uploaded for authenticity and convenience. To view your diamond’s official gemological report, simply click the “View” icon. Learn more about Diamond Grading Reports with Zoara.


	X The depth percentage of a diamond represents the ratio of the total depth of a diamond (from table to culet) to the total diameter of the diamond. The depth percentage of a diamond affects a diamond’s light performance. In round brilliant diamonds, the best diamonds are considered to range in depth percentage from 58-64%. Optimal depth percentage, however, varies according to cut. To browse diamonds according to depth percentage, simply click and drag the arrows provided on opposite ends of the bar and adjust them to your desired depth percentage range. Learn more about Depth Percentage with Zoara.


	X The polish/symmetry of a diamond refers to specific aspects of a diamond’s cut. Polish refers to the clarity and smoothness of a diamond’s surface and symmetry refers to the alignment of a diamond’s facets. Polish and symmetry range in GIA grade from Excellent to Poor and in AGS grade from Ideal to Poor. To browse diamonds according to polish and symmetry specifications, simply click and drag the arrows provided on opposite ends of the bar and adjust them to your desired depth percentage range. Learn more about Polish and Symmetry with Zoara.


	X The table of a diamond is the largest facet on the diamond face. The number you see here, the Table Percentage, refers to the ratio of the table width to the total diameter of the diamond. The table percentage of a diamond affects a diamonds light performance. In round brilliant diamonds, the best diamonds are considered to range in table percentage from 53%-64%. Optimal table percentage, however, varies according to cut. To browse diamonds according to table percentage, simply click and drag the arrows provided on opposite ends of the bar and adjust them to your desired depth percentage range. Learn more about Table Percentage with Zoara.


	X Zoara is committed to processing and delivering your orders in the most efficient and convenient way possible. We offer FREE shipping to all deliveries within the United States and Canada. In most cases our items are promptly delivered within 2-5 business days. Zoara also provides overseas deliveries to specific countries listed in our International Shipping page. For more information regarding Zoara's delivery policies feel free to visit our Shipping Policy page.


	X The girdle is the outer edge of a diamond where the crown meets the pavilion. The grading of a girdle is determined by the appearance and width at its thinnest point and thickest point. The girdle, amongst others, affects the diamond's proportion and brilliance. We invite you to learn more about Diamond Cut with Zoara.


	X The culet of a diamond is the pointed end of a diamond. In those cases where a diamond is completely pointed, the culet grading will be marked 'None'. Otherwise, the culet is graded according to its width, ranging from very small to extremely large. The culet, amongst others, affects the diamond's proportion and brilliance. We invite you to learn more about Diamond Cut with Zoara.


	X The fluorescence of a diamond is measured by the amount of light it emits when it is exposed to ultraviolet radiation. Most diamonds have a certain degree of fluorescence and unless it is higher than 'Very Strong', it shouldn't affect the diamond's appearance so much. Find out more about fascinating diamond facts by visiting Zoara's Advanced Features page.


	X Every diamond measurement is detailed by a three-number dimension. The first two numbers represent the largest diameter and smallest diameter, respectively. The closer these two figures are, the rounder the diamond is. The last number represents the total depth of a diamond, which is the height of the diamond all the way from its crown table to the culet point. See our Diamond Learning Center to find out more about different diamond properties.

Wedding Rings, Engagement Rings and Diamond Jewelry

Rings Learning Center

Rings Learning Center

Ring Learning Center