Because of its seemingly indestructible properties, ancient astrologers considered diamond to be powerful for those born under the sign of mars, which is the modern day sign of Aries the ram (March 21 to April 19). This could be the link for diamond being the birthstone for those born in April.
Diamonds feature in some form in almost every women's, and a lot of men's, jewelry collections, and is internationally recognized as a symbol of love and marriage. No wonder that the most popular forms of engagement and wedding rings include diamonds.
The cost and value of a good diamond is still beyond the economic means of many, which has led to the 
development of man made diamonds or "diamond alternatives" such as cubic zuconia and laboratory manufactured diamonds. These alternatives address the market segment that wants the status and sparkle that diamonds represent, but are not able to afford the real thing. These modern day materials provide good substitutes to a real diamond with a similar look and visual impact when the cost of a real diamond is out of reach.
Rings can symbolize marital status, or marriage intent in the form of an engagement ring, or can symbolize a promise as a promise ring, or can simply be a classy and elegant adornment for every day or special occasions.
Featured below, and on the linked pages, are a selection of various rings from our associated on-line retailers. These rings include samples of real and man-made diamonds.
