Average price of an engagement ring?

[PeppyGPhiB]

Originally Posted by FLaNeL34

Honestly if the girl loves you she will be happy with whatever ring you get her... and that is the way it should be... if not than all the girl really cares about is what you can give her and buy her... lets get real here

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.

[OOhsoflyDELTA#9]

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.

exactly!!!

[Glitter650]

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.

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.