When buying a piece of jewelry for a loved one, it is common to use the amount of money spent to justify the amount of love you have for that special someone. This is especially true with trying to purchase an engagement ring. This is a bigger purchase than your typical jewelry expenditure. An Engagement Ring is the first piece to your loved one's bridal setting. A token that signifies this moment in your relationship. Being one of the most important moments of your life, you naturally don’t want money to be a factor.
Many save up to buy an engagement ring, but how much is too much and is there a limit. Hopefully, you have found someone that loves you for you and not just for money. What you can afford isn’t something that should be embarrassing. You should be practical to your pocketbook while buying an engagement rings that says I know you. The most important piece to any engagement is the love you both share and ready to take the next step in your life together. Here are a few things to remind yourself when looking for the perfect engagement ring.
Quality over Quantity
How much to spend on an engagement ring will be different for each person, but check the quality. Just because it prices an engagement ring high doesn’t mean it has the quality to fit your needs and wants. Learn the 4 C’s that best suit the style of your loved one. The 4 C’s are a great place to start when figuring out the range you are looking to save.
Take Your Time
Don’t rush your engagement ring purchase. This ring will be a piece is in your lives forever and the last thing you want to do is rush such a delicate selection. You want to make sure you are comfortable with the purchase and your choice. Getting to know your partner and figuring out they were the right one for you didn’t happen overnight, so don’t expect to find the right ring to be quick.
At Master Jewelers, our team of expert artisans can custom design the perfect engagement ring for your loved one. We have 20-plus years of bringing our clients jewelry visions to life. Choosing an engagement ring with a jeweler you can trust.