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WHAT SHOULD I SPEND?
No other piece of jewelry, no matter how magnificent, will ever be as
treasured
as the diamond engagement ring. That’s precisely why, before you
begin your quest,
you need to set a realistic budget.
What’s realistic? Two month’s salary, according to the world’s
leading diamond producer.
If the source strikes you as slightly suspect, heed this simple advice:
know your limits,
choose the best diamond you can afford, and give a ring you’ll both
be proud of. Don’t give
out of fear, or to impress her or others. Give from the heart, to celebrate
your love and give joy.
You’ll eliminate endless hours of confusion and disappointment, and
even relish the search.
HOW DO I CHOOSE?
When buying an engagement ring, you’ll probably have so many questions,
it’s easy to forget the most important one of all: what would she
like? If you come
right out and ask her, remember, you’re not likely to get a GIA rating.
It’s your job
to translate her impressions into the 4C’s.
Here’s some tips to guide your decision:
How does she react to other women's engagement rings?
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Is size important? Some women would swoon over a two-carat sparkler.
Others may feel it’s too showy.
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While a round brilliant-cut best reveals a diamond’s brilliance,
other shapes
of the same carat weight may look larger.
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Rings with several smaller stones rather than one large diamond create
an
important, individual look. And because smaller diamonds cost less
per carat,
it’s a beautiful way to keep the budget down.
Whatever the size or style, she'll love that it's from you, for her, forever.
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