PAGE 29 WEDNESDAy MARCH 16y,19839 WHITBY FREE PRESS BRIDAL SECTION Not too long ago dia- monds were so rare and costiy that only those of royalty and nobel birth could enjoy their spectacu- lar beauty, says the Jewelry Industry Council. One. sunny day in 1866, a young boy namned Erasmus Jacobs changed the world of diamonds when he hap- pened to pick up a shiny pebble on the banks of the Orange River near Cape- town, South Africa. He brought the "pebble" home for his sister to play with and after considerable testing, it was found to be a diamnnd weighing 21.5 carats. Later it was named the 'Eureka!" meaning "I found it!" Once the news was out, a huge diamond rush began and thousands of diggers and prospectors from ail over the .world came. Erasmus Jacobs had un- covered the world 's richest source of diamonds, which even today yields over 3 million carats of gem quaI- ity diamonds annually - enough to satisfy not only the bluebloods of Europe, but nearly every man or woman with a taste for beauty and rarity. Loe'Lo kfrBrds"e rn l ss y e TODAY'S BRIDE WHO WEARS GLASSES CAN LOOK LOVELY in delicate, lightweight framnes which make the perfect accessory tor her beautiful wedding gown . The old-fashioned look 0f this lovely lace Victorian dress by Paula Varsalona needs these pretty sculptured eyeg lasses by Sophia Loren to complemnent her upswept hairstyle and fresh flower headpiece. For a country wedding - a look as fresh as spring! For the young b ride, a-simple eyelet-trîmmed wedding dress-by Murray Hamburger is topped with a coronet of country white flowers. For her eyeglasses she chooses soft feminine f rames by Sophia Loren in a pale translucent color. An exquisite lace wedding gown with a matching Juliet cap and veil by Brides Choice is enhanced by Sophia Loren's classic oval eyeglasses. There is a touch of color at the temple to add a gentle touch of drama to a traditional look for a lovely bride. Whether it's a traditional, old- fashioned orcountr wedding, Sophia Loren Eyewear Dy Zyloware offers the bride an elegant collection of flattering framnes to choose from. Fresh-flower headpieces by Elizabeth Stevens. Sele.ct the Perfect Ring You've struck it rich. you've found precious love. Now. for the descent into the diamond mines. No, you don't really have to blast. dig through and crush tons ot' earth to cap- ture the pure Iight of' her engagement diamond. That part ks already taken care of. But ignorance may mnake you feel as if' you*re searching in a dark mnining shaft'or the perfect ex- pression of' your unquen- chahie. unconq.uerahle love. If~ it nmakes you IlècI any SOUNDS of the CENTURY ZVà r fxkq Sa ice Excellent music at excellent rates. Weddlng speclal dinner music provlded at no extra charge 666«3031 is judged flawless if it shows no imperfections under 1O-power magnifi- cation. The most valuable, diamond is usually clear as dew or rain water, although a slightly tinted stone can be equally beautiful. Cut ignites a diamond*s sparkle. Full cut stones glitter from 58 sides. Dia- monds may be round, square, boat or pear shaped. Most women pre- fer round, but pick the shape that wiII most flatter. her and that she loves best. You'l probably want to insure this valuable symbol ol your love. Save the ring receipt tor your insurance agent. You can add a rid r to a homeowner's policy r' insure the ring alone. t WJ3DDINO R3CI3PTIONS Our Specialty Fan Sparkçed Diamond Stampede better. you are not ajonc. More than 2.000,000 beaus purchase diarnond engagement rings each year. says the Jewelry In- dustry Council. The aver- age suitor should spend about two months.salary to seal his troth with the twin- kling gem. You need not fret. you can depend on your favorite jeweler to throw some light on your search. He*Il help you sort through nature's dazzle tg) achieve the best expression' o l your love. You rJeweler can« tell you why bigger isn't always better. Belbre carat weight he considers clarity. colorn and cut. A geni«s clarity ks ils fredoni froin perflùc- tion or inclusions. A stone