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How Much to Spend on an Engagement Ring
You may have heard the rule of thumb that you should spend three months’ salary on the engagement ring. This could be extreme overkill, or it could be too small to meet the goal of exceeding her expectations. We will help…, the diamond and jewelry industry influenced culture to provide guidelines on the amount to spend on an engagement ring. In the 1930s, it started with one months’ salary to buy a diamond engagement ring. By the way, only about 10% of the… that time were diamond engagement rings. By the end of the 20th Century, over 80% of people gave diamond engagement rings. Diamond prices increased in that time frame due to simple supply and demand. The two months’ salary rule began in …
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The History of the Engagement Ring
Wedding bands go way back in history. One example of this is the Ancient Egyptians who were buried wearing rings made of a single silver or gold wire on the fourth finger of their left hands. The wedding band as a ring has … the heart by the “Vena amoris,” which translates to “Vein of Love.” The first recorded uses of a diamond engagement ring happened in 1477. Archduke Maximilian of the Hapsburg Dynasty proposes to Mary of Burgundy with a diamond engagement… of one of his faithful advisers who counseled: “At the betrothal Your Grace [Archduke Maximilian] must have a ring set with a diamond and also a gold ring.” The diamond engagement ring has become the archetypal, universal symbol of love…
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Engagement Ring Style Guide
There are many engagement ring styles. While some of those style come in and out of fashion, others are more timeless. Here are some of the …Simple Solitaire The solitaire is probably the first thing that comes to mind when you think of a classic engagement ring. It is probably the most popular ring style across the history of diamond engagement rings. Fun trivia: it is said …usually small diamonds which allow the center stone to remain the undisputed focal point. Simple Halo The halo style ring was first introduced in the Georgian era (about 300 years ago). The original halo designs had round diamonds …
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Alternative Gemstones for a Non Traditional Engagement Ring
Today, many couples are choosing to express their individuality with unconventional engagement rings. One way to break the mold is to use a gemstone that’s not a Diamond. Let’s explore the pros and cons of a few … to Diamonds have color which makes stand out from the traditional clear white Diamond. Sapphire Engagement Rings The most common Diamond alternative for engagement rings is Blue Sapphire. The Duchess of Cambridge, Princess Diana, … is a 10, the hardest of any natural gem. Their hardness helps Sapphires and Rubies wear very well in engagement rings. There are also White Sapphires which look similar to diamonds, but they don’t sparkle like diamond. Jessica Simpson’s …
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Legal Information
… under normal wear. As with any delicate artistic creation, care must be taken to insure years of enjoyment. During the 30 day inspection period, when you first receive your item, you should have your item checked to make sure everything … chewing, sports or other “abnormal” things, we’ll be glad to fix or replace it at the most reasonable price we can. Ring Sizing If we size your ring to the requested size and that size is incorrect, we will have to charge you again to re…
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AI Jewelry Design Competition
…! All you need to participate is your imagination. We’re looking for the most creative, original, and inspiring AI generated jewelry design. Just fire up your favorite AI image generator (e.g. Bing Copilot , Google Gemini , etc.) and … will receive a $200.00 Visa gift card! Be sure to submit your design before the contest ends on June 22, 2024. Bring Your Design to Life The fun doesn’t stop when you submit your design. If you would like, we can give you a quote to …
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Spin the Wheel, Win a Prize!
…or checkout our online reviews to see what our customers have to say. Exceptional Value We have built our business on giving you the best possible price for high quality jewelry since day one. Whether you are looking for an engagement ring, a gift, or something just for you, you’ll save big with us. Family Jeweler When you shop with us you’re not a number. You’re family. We will be there for you every step of the way from picking out the perfect piece, to personalizing …
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Online Jewelry Store
Welcome to our online jewelry shop. This is the place to find the perfect diamond engagement ring, that glamorous necklace you’ve always wanted, a great deal on a unique gift, and so much more. Plus, get free shipping on all orders over $25. We’ve worked hard to put together a unique collection of jewelry that you won’t find …
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Computer Aided Jewelry Design
… in a whole new way. Picture a chunk of marble; inside that marble is David. It took the genius of Michelangelo to bring him out. Today with computer technology and the skills to use it, we can produce masterful jewelry. The traditional … to the desired shape. This process is very time consuming. It is almost impossible to get a perfectly symmetrical ring. In the past the client was forced to choose a piece of jewelry that was mass produced…But now our consumer has the …
