How to Buy an Engagement Ring (or any other kind of ring)

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Taught by Anna Rasche

Anna Rasche is an author, gemologist, and historian who has previously worked in the jewelry collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Her debut novel, The Stone Witch of Florence, was an October 2024 Indie Next pick, and was recommended by the Washington Post, Entertainment Weekly, Publisher's Weekly, BookRiot and many others. Her writing has appeared in The Wall Street Journal, CrimeReads, and elsewhere.

She is currently working on her second novel, THE MIDNIGHT DIAMOND, forthcoming from HarperCollins/Park Row.

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Picking out an engagement ring should be fun, not intimidating. But questions like "What's the difference between 'karat' and 'carat'?" and "How do I tell if this is even a real gemstone?" can make participating in this ancient tradition feel a bit overwhelming. In this course, get familiar with the terminology, trends and "do" and "don'ts" of ring purchasing so you can shop with confidence. 

We'll cover 
  • The "anatomy" of a ring
  • Diamonds, including the "4 Cs", ethical sourcing & GIA certification
  • Intro to colored gemstones
  • Brief discussion of historic styles & current trends
  • Scams and sales tactics to steer clear from
  • Practicals like finger-sizing and insurance

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