Rose Gold Vintage Engagement Rings

Frequently Asked Questions

• How much should I spend for an engagement ring?

  

  You may have heard the rule that you should spend 2 or 3 months of your income on your engagement ring, but this rule was just a marketing ploy created by De Beers. Your spend should be based on your budget and the type of engagement ring you are looking to buy.

• What should I know before buying an engagement ring?

  

  1. Budget - how much you are willing to spend on a ring
  2. Ring Style - are you looking for a classic ring or maybe a vintage ring?
  3. Metal - rings can be made of platinum or different types of gold
  4. Shape - the shape of the center diamond in your engagement ring
  5. 4 Cs - the color, clarity, cut and size of your diamond are important criteria in choosing your diamond

• What is the average cost of an engagement ring?

  

  For natural diamonds, the average cost is around $6,000 and the average carat weight is 1.25 carats. For lab grown diamonds, the average cost is $4,000 and the average carat weight is 2.5 carats.

• What is a karat?

  

  Since gold is too soft to be used in a ring, it is often mixed with other metals. The purity of gold is measured in karats. One karat is one part out of 24. Therefore, 24 karat gold is 100% gold (24/24), 18 karat is 75% gold (18/24), while 14 karat is about 58% gold (14/24).

• Is rose gold a good choice for engagement ring?

  

  While rose gold is the least popular choice for engagement rings, it is the most unique. It's pink color will stand out among the other rings and makes for a trendy look.