If costs are the concern for the budget couples in purchasing of engagement rings, then they should prefer designing of the ring on their own. They do not have to be an expert to do so. In these days, they are even able to design the ring through online without stepping in a jeweler’s shop.

There are usually three main simple steps that the couples need to take for making a ring of their choice. First they should purchase or select a loose diamond or any other gemstone like rubies and emerald. Then, choose the ring metal. You can select yellow gold, white gold or platinum.

As a final step, select a setting like prong, bezel, channel and pave for studding of the precious stone on it tightly for its protection. Selection of the setting should be such that it enhances the brilliance of the diamond and overall look of the engagement rings

Most of the couples opt for three stone rings for more profoundly symbolizing their love for each other. The three stones represent past, present and future, thereby saying that the feeling of love is eternal. This symbol makes these jewelry pieces even more popular, though, otherwise also the ring is beautiful in its appearance and design.

While designing the three stone engagement rings, it is advisable that the center stone size should be clearly larger than the side stones. Similar looking sizes of all the stones will ruin the otherwise dazzling impression that such rings creates. You will spoil the money spend on the diamonds if all the three of them on the ring are of almost the same size.

It would be better if the central diamond or any gemstone size is at least double the size of side stones. This way the dominance of the central diamond will be ensured for a spectacular impression.

The market is full of engagement rings with varieties of designs and they are impressive too. But most of them have become common as lots of people buy them. This means originality in the ring is missing for the wearer. To divert from the usual trend, ask the jeweler to design the ring as per your specifications.




To design the engagement ring, first make its sketch on the paper to see how it will look. Once the sketch has been finalized, shop for the loose diamonds in accordance of her choice. Then the next step is the most important aspect of setting of the diamond or gemstone on it. There are many settings like prong, bezel and channel available to the couples. See which setting will be adequate to provide the safety to the precious stone.



Design your own ring as well in few easier steps of selecting a loose diamond and a settings and then ordering the ring for delivery to your doorsteps. But check the return policy also so that you can return the rings if it is not designed as per you satisfaction.

If you have made up mind for purchasing of an antique engagement ring to provide for the element of history in your romance with the woman, then you must go the jeweler’s store well prepared.

First make sure that the ring is appraised professionally and the setting is firm and intact. Check if the stones are cracked or not and set the value of the ring accordingly. Ensure that the hallmarking is in place or at least get the photograph of the hallmark if it has been lost over time. Look for the ring’s mount and if it is worn or damaged, then consider the cost to repair it. You may want to buy an expensive ring than spending the high amount for the repairs.

Make sure that you follow these tips. Do not loose sight of the budget as some of the antique engagement rings are highly expensive while others are within your budget.