Buying a Diamond Engagement Ring

There’s a good deal to consider when purchasing a diamond – especially diamond engagement rings! The tradition of presenting a woman with a diamond engagement ring when proposing began in 1477 when Archduke Maximilian presented a diamond ring to Mary of Burgundy – and in most cases, the woman you plan to propose to will expect a ring to accompany that proposal!

First, determine how much ring you can afford. Most people use the ‘two months salary’ rule. This means that the ring should cost the equivalent of two months of your current salary. Because you have other bills to pay, saving up this sum of money may take quite a bit of time. You should consider
financing. Simply go to the jeweler of your choice and tell them that you plan to buy an

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.925 Sterling Silver Elegant Brass Movable Ring,Size-7 US $14.99 End Date: Thursday Mar-11-2010 13:16:24 PST Add to watch list

AAA TANZANITE & DIAMONDS 14k WHITE GOLD ENGAGEMENT RING US $1,490.00 End Date: Thursday Mar-11-2010 13:16:26 PST Add to watch list

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Now, have your mother, sister, or your girlfriends best friend take your girlfriend shopping, and make sure that they gaze at the engagement rings to get an idea of what she might like. Make sure that the jewelry store you buy the ring from will allow you to return the ring, if that’s required, or allow your girlfriend to exchange it for another if she isn’t happy with it!

Or if you’re brave enough, you can always choose that special ring without anyone’s assistance. Who knows, you just might pick out the perfect one all by yourself. And wouldn’t that make it extra special to her?!

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