Tiffany Style Rings on Sale Around Matthews, NC

To prevent any mistakes while buying an engagement ring, you should set your own budget, choose the right seller, and pay a careful attention to the return policies offered.

Here is a quick guide to help you understand the different gemstone sizes you can get for the same money.

• How much money should be dedicated to an engagement ring in Matthews, NC?

  According to The Knot and other reliable sources, Americans spend an average of $6,000 on an engagement ring.
  However, this number deserves a more detailed explanation:

  – A useful rule of thumb to determine the cost of an engagement ring is that it should represent 2 to 3 months of your salary.

  – Be aware that for the same dollar amount, you can get very different stone sizes and carat weights depending on the kind of gemstone you pick.

  Engagement Rings Price Comparison Table
  Budget	Diamond	Lab Grown	Moissanite
  $2,000 to $4,000	0.60 Ct (5.2mm)	0.80 Ct (6.0mm)	2.00 Ct (8mm)*
  $4,000 to $6,000*	0.80 Ct (6.0mm)	1.00 Ct (6.5mm)	4.00 Ct (10mm)*
  $6,000 to $8,000	0.90 Ct (6.3mm)	1.25 Ct (7.0mm)*	6.00 Ct (12mm)
  $8,000+	1.00 Ct (6.5mm)*	1.80 Ct (7.8mm)	8.00 Ct (15mm)
  *Most popular selection in 2024

• The best diamond alternatives:

  Lab-created diamonds like moissanite, considered the best alternative to a mined diamond, cost on average 90% less than diamonds of equivalent quality (see the 4C’s).
  If you can't buy your "desire ring" right now, you should consider upgrading your engagement ring at the appropriate date. This is something your jeweler should be able to help you with.

• Why is purchasing an engagement ring online a better option than shopping at a brick and mortar store in 2024?

  Save money without compromising quality: Traditional retailers face the costs of renting, staffing, and maintaining a storefront. Online retailers do not have to make the same markups and can pass the savings on to customers.
  A Larger choice of engagement rings: It would be longer to visit several stores in person to look at a limited selection of engagement rings than it would take to view hundreds of engagement ring styles online.
  Time-saving, 24/7 shopping: Customers can save a lot of time and money by purchasing an engagement ring online. There is no more worry anymore to go from one jeweler to the next without guarantee to find what you are expecting.

• Virtual shopping experience:

  By scheduling a Zoom or Facetime meeting, you can shop virtually from the comfort of your own home or office at any time of day, choosing the ideal engagement ring from a most extensive choice.
  You'll get your selection the next day. Depending on the merchant you choose, your purchase will be risk-free, shipping will be free, and it will be easy to send the item back.

• Return policy

  Before buying online, make sure the seller guarantees: risk-free purchase; certificates; free shipping and returns
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• How to choose the right seller in Matthews, NC?

  Check the seller's reputation and reviews. Verify the authenticity of his certificate from the Gemologist Institutes (GIA, IGI, GRA), Charles & Colvard, or Venazia. You should also conduct some research on complaints (B.B.B; Better Business Bureau) and determine whether his reviews are genuine based on real customer experience.