How Much To Spend on Engagement Ring?

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Anonymous wrote:Op here. I am in a good financial position. I am 34 and make 150k with no debt. I am a big saver and can easily pay in cash. She is not materialistic but I know would love a nice ring. She's petite at 5'1. I found a 2 carat asscher cut diamond ring with a petite pace 1/4ct band. She has always loved the asscher cut ring.

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My girlfriend is not materialistic and never asks for things. That's why I want to spend a good amount on a ring for her.

This sounds nice. My only suggestion is that you ask and then you two choose a ring together. Just set a budget and then she can choose something she likes and wants to wear every day for the rest of her life.

So romantic
There are other ways to make sure that it's something she likes. Many guys ask for help from stylish women close to their girlfriend!

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I make jewelry and the ethical diamonds are as much a marketing ploy as two months salary. So many diamonds have no provenance. I do think you should stroll your intended pass a jewelry counter before you pick such an expensive ring. Most jewelers will of course work with you on exchanges if that proves necessary.

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OP-
Sounds like you have excellent taste. An asscher cut is timeless yet intriguing, so you can't go wrong. 2 carats is fabulous without being too much. Congrats. Don't let the crazy responses on this thread mess with your head

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Op here. One of her best friends got engaged a couple of months ago. They looked at a magazine of rings and my girlfriend said she liked the asscher cut rings. She only wears a set of jewelry regularly, an emerald ring and necklace that is her birth stone. She once mentioned she liked the look of the solitaire or diamond bands on rings. That's why I chose the ring I did.

I think many of you have been sidetracked. I didn't ask for opinions on what I should do, but asked price range.

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2 carats or looks like 2 is a good size

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I prefer radiant or princess cut

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Anonymous wrote:I prefer radiant or princess cut

Well he isn't buying you a ring. Your preference doesn't matter.

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Anonymous wrote:Op here. One of her best friends got engaged a couple of months ago. They looked at a magazine of rings and my girlfriend said she liked the asscher cut rings. She only wears a set of jewelry regularly, an emerald ring and necklace that is her birth stone. She once mentioned she liked the look of the solitaire or diamond bands on rings. That's why I chose the ring I did.

I think many of you have been sidetracked. I didn't ask for opinions on what I should do, but asked price range.

Because the answer to your question is obvious: spend how much you can afford.

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Op is right. He asked how much to spend, not what you like or how you think he should buy it. I hate the annoying people who make these threads about themselves, and then he mad when they get called out on it. He asked a question, answer it or move on.

I second the person who said there isn't a standard. Spend as much as you can afford. Don't go into debt over it. I am sure she will love the ring you choose because it's from you.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I prefer radiant or princess cut

Well he isn't buying you a ring. Your preference doesn't matter.

+1. You are ridiculous. Why would Op care what you like? He isn't proposing to you.

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Op is right. He asked how much to spend, not what you like or how you think he should buy it. I hate the annoying people who make these threads about themselves, and then he mad when they get called out on it. He asked a question, answer it or move on.

I second the person who said there isn't a standard. Spend as much as you can afford. Don't go into debt over it. I am sure she will love the ring you choose because it's from you.

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If you already picked a ring why ask us about the price? No I don not think you should spend 20k on something she will wear on the subway. That amount of money is intended for special occasions unless 20k is pocket change. Sure, the ring has to last but, a girl who is not materialistic is going to view it as not much different then 5k. It’s the clas conscious ones that need the expense. The fact that you selected the cut she likes is all that really matters. So, ok, congratulations on thinking of what she would like first and putting cost as secondary.

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$0. They're stupid.
Signed,
A married woman.

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I can't believe the number of people who think 2 carats is not a large ring.

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I prefer radiant or princess cut

Well he isn't buying you a ring. Your preference doesn't matter.

Exactly. Some people on this board really cannot see beyond their own nose.

OP, you sound like you’ve got a great plan. My fiancé knew what I liked but we didn’t shop together (which sounds like your situation) and he picked out something perfect! It doesn’t matter what you spend if it’s something she likes and is to her taste.