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3 Stone vs. Solitaire Engagement Rings

Source:  clownbusiness/Shutterstock.com Classic or show-stopping? It’s a debate as old as time and it rings especially true when it comes to engagement ring settings. There’s the good old standby and the less common stunner, and both of them are worthy of your consideration when you’re picking out one of the most expensive and sentimental possessions…

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What Is a Placeholder Engagement Ring?

Source: Pixel-Shot/Shutterstock.com You hear a lot about promise rings, but have you ever heard of a placeholder engagement ring? A recent trend that’s still on the rise, placeholder engagement rings are now all the rage. But just what is a placeholder engagement ring and what are some of their benefits? In this article, we break…

Should You Buy an Engagement Ring Online?

Source:  fizkes/Shutterstock.com Do you and your partner scroll through Instagram and Pinterest, searching for engagement rings? These days, it’s not too uncommon to purchase jewelry online, but when it comes to fine jewelry and a large, sentimental purchase — like that of an engagement ring — it should be more than an impulse click. Still,…

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3 Signs It’s Time to Upgrade Your Wedding Ring

Source:  Sergey Chayko/Shutterstock.com Maintaining a wedding ring will keep it in excellent shape and regular cleanings and fixes can keep your ring in good condition. But even if you are super careful, time can eventually take its toll, leading to repairs or — worse — the loss of a diamond! So it’s absolutely imperative to…

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What Type of Engagement Ring Is Right for My Hand?

Source:  Merla/Shutterstock.com Ever tried on a ring and noticed it doesn’t quite look right? That’s because not every ring is designed universally or made to work with every hand. And when it comes to engagement rings, the rules are no different. Short, long, small or large — everyone’s hands and fingers are different and unique.…

What Are the Different Types of Ring Settings

What Are the Different Types of Ring Settings?

If you have chosen a loose diamond for an engagement ring and are searching for the perfect setting, it can be overwhelming. With many different types of ring settings, it can be hard to distinguish each style and what it is designed to do. You want it to showcase the diamond, of course, but you…

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What Hand Does a Wedding Ring Go On?

Source: Juli Hansen/Shutterstock.com Long-lasting traditions, like wearing a wedding ring as a symbol of love, have been around since time immemorial. But with new, modern adaptations of this tradition taking place more often, what is considered the ring finger begins to get a little fuzzy. So what hand does a wedding ring go on? Verragio…

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What Does “Setting Only” Mean When Buying a Ring?

Source: Monkey Business Images/Shutterstock.com When looking for an engagement ring, you might come across styles described as “setting only.” But what does setting only mean when buying a ring? And, more so, why would a person choose a “setting only”?  Essentially, a setting-only ring means that the ring has not been set with a stone.…

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How to Measure Your Ring Size

Source:  Pavel_Kostenko/Shutterstock.com When choosing one of Verragio’s beautiful semi-mount rings, it’s important to select the appropriate size for the person wearing it. Whether it’s for you or a significant other you plan to propose to in the near future, you want the ring to slide gracefully over the finger but be secure enough that it…

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How Much to Spend on an Engagement Ring

Source: Syda Productions/Shutterstock.com Getting engaged is a joyous occasion. However, you’ll have a lot to consider leading up to the moment you pop the question. When and where will you propose? What will you say and who will be there? All good questions. But, before anything, one question that you need to answer is how…