HOW TO MAXIMIZE
YOUR BUDGET
Engagement rings hold symbolic value and they last a lifetime, but every couple is different. There should not beany rules on the budget you set. What is most important is that you are comfortable with how much you are spending.Many people spend more than two months’ salary on an engagement ring, and many spend less.
Once you’ve decided on a budget, it’s time to explore the options that are within your price range. There are many ways to maximize the money you spend, so you end up with the ring that’s right for you. Some great ways to maximize your budget include:
Go for Gold
Platinum, while both beautiful and durable,
is the most expensive precious metal option.
For a similar look for less money, consider white gold.
Yellow gold and pink gold are also stunning and
affordable choices.
Sparkle the Setting
Selecting a more detailed setting and pairing it
with a smaller center diamond offers plenty of
sparkle for less. Because diamond price increases
exponentially with size, smaller accent diamonds,
such as halos or side stones, do not cost as
much as one large stone.
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Falls for Fancy
Because 75% of engagement ring purchases feature
round diamonds,fancy shpaed diamonds cost up to 40% less
per carat than round diamonds. Consider a non-round diamond,
such as a princess, cushion, or oval shape, to maximize size.
Slightly under the Carat Cutoffs
Choosing a diamond slightly under standard carat weight cut offs,
such as buying a 0.9 carat diamond instead of a 1 carat diamond,
can save you money without a noticeable loss in size.
No Center Diamond
Another affordable choice is to forgo the center stone
altogether, and select a stylish wide band instead.
Selecting a band with sparkling accent diamonds or other
details will ensure the ring is a stunning choice.
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