What to Expect for Your Budget
How much should I spend...what will I get?
Two months salary...three? You've probably heard these kinds of recommendations from friends, relatives, strangers, and magazine columnists. The truth is, everybody set their own budget and it doesn't so much matter exactly how much you spend, but what you get in return for your money.
We work with people with every size budget and we can help you reach your goals. In any budget range, you'll have plenty of great options you can feel proud of. The quality and size of the diamond, as well as the style of setting will determine the price. Use this chart as a rough guideline for what to expect.
NOTE: If you know you have $3,000 or less to spend on an engagement ring, you may want to consider half carat solitaire diamond engagement rings, diamond eternity bands, or "non-traditional" rings with other gems.
You can get...
| $3,000 to $5,000 | AGS/GIA-certified diamond .50 to .75+ carats |
| $5,000 to $10,000 | AGS/GIA-certified diamond stone 1.00 to 1.50 carats |
| $8,000 to $15,000 | AGS/GIA-certified diamond 1.50+ carats |
| $15,000 to $30,000+ | AGS/GIA-certified diamond 2.00+ carats |