Factors in choosing fancy diamonds are broken down into four groups, know as the Four Cs. They determine the quality and worth of wedding bands.
Usually the diamond wedding ring rough will be cut into whichever shape that requires the least amount of sacrifice. Marquise and oval shapes should have a length thats exactly twice the size of the width. If they are too narrow or too wide, the stone will loose light and appear too dark.
From around the fifth century diamond engagement ring was a symbol of a king´s strength, courage and invincibility. Since then the wedding bands has become - and still is - a symbol of love.