What’s a reasonable engagement ring cost?
Not looking at TC, what is a reasonable amount of money to spend on an engagement ring? TC: 220k
Cartier. $35k
50k$.
10-20K and go to a good jeweler who will clean it and warranty for life and get insurance for that ish
$0 on diamonds. Diamonds are the biggest scam in the history of the world.
I'd say, about 1000 bucks gets you a decent ring. Spend the rest on a good vacation
I did something like this when I get married 11 years ago. No regrets.
No wonder you work for Walmart now:)
Get a 14 carat gold band for couple of hundred $s
Use bluenile/james Allen/Costco
Costco has a very nice selection, surprisingly! My last jewelry purchase was in the Diamond District in NYC. Heavy competition keeps prices in check. Good for a moderate budget and a more custom piece. The savings over a normal jeweler can pay for the trip.
This is the right advice.
10k.... save the rest for when you are married and for a hous and honeymoon and kids
My fiance and I both value a lot of other things over jewelry. That said, she will still be wearing it for the rest of her life (hopefully). I opted not to go the diamond route, instead picking up a sapphire. From an independant jewelry maker, I got a really nice ring for 5k. Dont fall for the "valued at" bs. You'll end up paying $10k for something with a resale value of 5. Really though, it is all up to you and your partners tastes. I recommend going moderately modest. Huge rocks only serve the ego and are a waste of money that could be put to better use. Small rocks scream "I can barely do this". Find the balance. It isnt about the price tag, but how it looks and makes you both feel. Only get what you can pay cash for as well... who wants to get married with debt on your shoulders?
You’re not qualified to give any advice after paying 5k for sapphire.
Lol...there was a lot more to it than just "a sapphire". But thanks for making the assumption that you know exactly what I bought, pricing it in your head, and then calling me unqualified for paying more than whatever you might have made up in your imagination... I am.sure your attitude will serve you well in life and with your spouse (if you ever get one)
10-15k with your TC. Dont go to tiffany's. Go to an unpopular brand or gemologist. You can get diamonds way cheaper this way. Optimize size over quality. Reality is quality is barely noticeable outside of a microscope while size is clearly evident.