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Birks Review<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Should you buy your engagement ring or wedding ring from Maison Birks? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Maison Birks has a rich history \u2013 having been founded in 1879 and growing to 95 stores nationwide. For any business to survive that long, it must be doing something right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Birks is a high class and quality jewellery store; they position themselves as a leading designer of fine jewellery, timepieces and gifts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this Birks review<\/strong>, we will primarily examine them from the point of view of buying a diamond engagement ring. However, the findings are equally relevant for any other type of jewellery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Maison Birks ring selection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Birks offers a total of 69 ring styles of diamond engagement ring to choose from:<\/p>\n\n\n

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The majority of the engagement ring styles that Birks sell are either solitaire or halo settings \u2013 two classic styles that have stood the test of time. Solitaire settings are generally less expensive setting than other styles and are great for keeping the focus on the centre stone, while a halo setting can make the stone look larger and more impressive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The most common shape they offer is the round brilliant – it\u2019s not only the most popular shape, but it also the best shape that sparkles the most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking at the precious metals that Birks mostly use, 18k white gold and platinum are the most commonly used metals \u2013 18k white gold is good for people who suffer from metal allergies and it requires less maintenance while platinum is a great choice for engagement rings that are going to be worn every day because of its durability. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While there is some variety within the setting styles offered, 69 isn\u2019t a huge number to be able to choose from, which could mean that you might struggle to find the perfect setting style for you.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Birks diamond quality<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Engagement rings are all about the diamond, and being able to choose a diamond that will sparkle brilliantly will make the difference between a truly stunning engagement ring and one that looks dull and unimpressive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this section, we\u2019ll examine the quality of diamonds Maison Birks offers, as well as how transparent they are about the quality of the diamonds themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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One thing to note up front is that Birks is one of the few jewellers that only sells natural diamonds and does not sell lab-grown diamonds in its rings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This approach is consistent with Tiffany & Co and other luxury brands who are keen to continue to position diamonds as a premium, luxury product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is interesting, is that Birks also prices itself comparably to luxury brands, although whether you feel that it is worth paying the premium for the Maison Birks name is a decision that you need to make yourself. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, when choosing your diamond ring, it\u2019s essential that you can select the \u20184Cs\u2019 so that you can tailor the diamond to your preferences:<\/p>\n\n\n\n