Buying An Engagement Ring – Just How Much Is Enough?
When it comes to buying an engagement ring, it is hard to be practical, because an engagement ring is a symbol of love and it is so difficult to put a price to a feeling that is priceless. People believe that the ring reflects your love and commitment. So the bigger the diamond, the deeper must be your love. Generally the rule of thumb is that the engagement ring should cost around two months’ salary so it would all depend on how much you were earning.
The average price of a diamond ring ranges between £1,500 and £2000. However, you must be careful to make sure you buy an engagement ring that you can afford – it just isn’t worth it getting into debt as you start your journey towards married life. Before you buy a ring, look at your financial situation. Don’t be pressured to spend more than what your budget allows. Don’t be influenced by an eager salesman, or by a desire to impress, or the fear that you look cheap.
Talk to your fiancé. Most men like to surprise her with a ring, but most women like to be able to choose a ring. Let’s face it, she’s the one who is going to be wearing that engagement ring on her finger for the rest of her life – it would be nice if she had some say in the matter, wouldn’t you agree?
If you’re looking at a diamond engagement ring, there are a few factors you must consider. You must understand what determines the quality and price of a diamond. Educate yourself on the 4 Cs of diamonds – colour, cut, clarity and carat. If you are set on a diamond engagement ring, you don’t have to buy one large stone. You can get several smaller stones in a beautiful setting, and it will cost you a lot less. Or maybe you could look at a diamond in the centre surrounded by other stones like emeralds and rubies.
Maybe there’s a family ring you could use. Often a ring like this has a lot of emotional and sentimental value. Perhaps there’s an antique store where you could find a timeless ring. Just remember to fix a rough budget – it is always a good idea to have a cut-off when you’re looking to buy an engagement ring so you only look at the ones that fall within this amount – that way, you won’t get tempted.
Whatever engagement ring you choose will always be a beautiful symbol of your love for each other, and a reminder of a very special day. So never mind what you spend on it, it’s a ring that will always be priceless.
