The word diamond comes from the Greek word for unconquerable. Diamond is the hardest of substances known, but can evoke the softest of emotions when it is included in a wedding set. The association of diamonds and romance has existed for centuries. Legend has it that Cupid's arrow was tipped with diamonds as they possessed magical properties.

Diamond wedding bands are popular all over the world. They are regarded as a symbol of social status. Today, not only women own these brilliant stones, as many men's wedding rings have begun to incorporate diamonds into their designs.

While purchasing a diamond wedding band, along with the material and the design, care should be taken that the diamonds are also of a high quality. To judge diamonds, the carat weight, clarity, color, and cut should be noted. The most important feature is clarity. A good quality diamond would have the least number of flaws. A good stone should show clearly the naked eye as well as the jeweler's loupe. An ideal diamond is always colorless. Colored diamonds are found naturally from blue to green; however, these are extremely expensive. Carat is the unit of measuring a diamond's worth and prices increase as per the size of the stone. It is always advisable to opt for a certified diamond, thereby being assured of its quality.

Designs in diamond rings can vary from single-studded ones to those that are a combination of Celtic knots. Diamond rings can be bought-out or can be customized as per need. The choice of materials can be varied and alloys can also be used. The price of a diamond wedding ring varies, depending on the quality of the cut. The brilliance of a diamond is dependent upon the cut. Round-cut diamonds are the most popular for wedding bands. Wedding bands are available in sets, hence there should not be a problem in finding a set that satisfies both a woman and a man and include diamonds in the design. Diamond rings are one accessory that complements any hand.