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Originally posted by James
I have to disagree with number 11 . . . The ring isn't a gift exactly. Its a symbolic option to buy.
If dating is renting, and buying is marriage then the ring os more like a lease with an option. And I don't think it qualifies as a security deposit.
Also, those guys that say "keep the ring" when she tries to give it back are just morons. If the engagement breaks I want the freaking ring back.
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James, you are on to something (and I can't believe that Honey magazine would write improper info - even if it is a lighthearted piece). I believe that, legally, the ring is an offer of marriage to you by the giver - if the recipient accepts the offer, she takes the ring and gives her "yes" in exchange (it's a quid pro quo system). If the recipient breaks off the engagement, the ring belongs to the giver (by law). If the giver breaks it off, the ring belongs to the recipient (by law) I think.
The giver can take you to court to get it back if the giver really wants to. But ladies, just between us, I'd call his bluff.
SC
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