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					Originally Posted by  PeppyGPhiB
					 
				 
				As much as I'd love to agree with this, I just can't. If my boyfriend who makes good money and is by no means poor gave me a really cheap engagement ring, I would be hurt. That doesn't mean I'd expect a big rock, but an obviously cheap one would send the message that he didn't think I was worth the investment. 
			
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  I *Kinda* see your point... but what about investing in other things for your future like putting that extra few g's into savings for a down payment on a home for you two to share ? I personally would rather have an easier mortgage payment or nicer home than a 3 karat diamond.