Diamond Jewelry for Men: Finding the Right Necklace for You
Diamonds are known for their brilliance, sparkle, and shine. Necklaces featuring diamonds can be found in a variety of styles and cuts for simple everyday wear or for special events. The new and used 1/2 carat diamond necklaces on eBay come in a myriad of styles, cuts, metals, and lengths, making it easy for you find the perfect piece to meet your style and budget.
What kinds of diamond necklaces are available?
You'll find a wide selection of quality necklaces featuring 1/2 carat diamonds in a variety of settings. Select from several metal types including multi-tone gold, rose gold, sterling silver, white gold, yellow gold, and platinum. Many pieces offer secondary stones as accents or for cluster settings. Different styles of necklace are available including chokers, solitaire pendants, opera, princess, and matinee style necklaces. Choose from a variety of lengths to find the perfect necklace for any occasion. Available necklaces range in age from new items to vintage to antique.
How do you choose the right length of necklace?
While the diamond is an important element of the 1/2 carat diamond necklace you're looking for, its length must also be chosen wisely. Longer styles usually work better for casual use where shorter styles are better for more formal occasions.
What should you consider when shopping for diamond jewelry?
When it comes to shopping for a 1/2 carat diamond necklace, keep the following in mind as you make your selections:
- The 4 C's: The 4 C's of diamonds are cut, color, clarity, and carat weight and are very important for understanding the value of the diamond. Each diamond is unique and given different ratings using the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) diamond grading system.
- Budget: To get the most value for your money, select the highest diamond cut grade you can afford. When diamonds are proportioned correctly, light is reflected out of the top of the stone, called the table. If the cut is too shallow, light escapes at the bottom. Cuts that are too deep lose light at the sides of the stone.
- Metals: If you want the piece to be truly brilliant, precious metals can work to enhance the shine of the diamond. Durability may also be a consideration if you plan to wear the necklace often. Platinum is much stronger than gold.