There are several types of promise rings: one you give your loved one as a symbol of monogamy, one you give your best friend in order to prove them that you care and your friendship is meaningful to you, and even a promise ring that represents a child’s promise to his or her parents to stay chaste and substance-free. As far as the material of the promise rings goes, it ranges from plastic to actual diamond. Indeed, some couple are so madly in love that they buy diamond promise rings.

Just to differentiate between the two, diamond promise rings are given before getting engaged. When you buy your loved one an engagement ring it means that you are intent on staying faithful and true. Diamond engagement rings, as opposed to other types, prove that you are not only going to stay faithful, but that you are willing to spend great amounts of money just to make your partner happy.

Diamond promise rings come in various shapes and sizes; in order to ensure that it is not mistaken for a traditional engagement ring, diamond promise rings are often shaped as hearts, stars, and more. If you are not into heart diamond promise rings, there are many options for you. For instance, how about a plain white gold band studded with little diamonds? This type of diamond promise ring is also very popular, but make sure that it is not worn on the same finger you wear a wedding ring on, to avoid confusion. Wear it, maybe on your middle finger, where many people traditionally wear promise rings.

At the end of the day, diamond promise rings are all about showing your loved one just how much you care. Since diamond is always an investment, sometimes a great one, it may be a good idea to find out your partner’s taste in diamond rings before purchasing a promise ring.

For instance, you would not want to buy a heart diamond engagement ring just to find out your partner dislikes hearts and finds them hackneyed. Ask around or look through their jewelry box. There many types of diamond promise rings: butterfly shaped, flower shaped, and many more. Remember what promise ring is meant to symbolize; often, diamond promise rings lead to diamond engagement rings! So be wise in your decision and make sure what you get will win your partner over- though, hopefully, they already are.