Save Money on a Gorgeous Diamond Ring

Even today you can still get a gorgeous diamond ring without spending half a year's salary to buy one of those expensive engagement rings.

While some couples simply run to the nearest jewelry store or shop the malls looking for that great bargain, you can use these tips to get just as fabulous a deal while leaving a ton of cash in your bank account to use toward your honeymoon.

I will advise that if you're planning to use some of these options, it's always best to consult with your fiancé before making the actual purchase.

You want to be absolutely sure she won't be uncomfortable with a ring that was once someone else's, no matter how much you clean and polish it or reset it or how beautiful the box is that you put it in.

So take time to discuss her feelings about it first. Then be on your way to saving a lot of money on getting her the gorgeous diamond ring she deserves!

A Family Heirloom
vintage-ring It doesn't even have to be an actual heirloom. Maybe your mother happens to have an absolutely gorgeous diamond ring that used to be her favorite piece but she'd love to have her new daughter-in-law wear it.

She may not even mind have the original stone reset into a new design if it will save you money. Your grandmother or a special aunt may have a beautiful diamond piece that they'd love to pass down also.

Thrift Stores and Secondhand Shops
Just because it's used doesn't mean it isn't special! Thrift stores, secondhand stores and pawn shops often sell beautiful pieces for nearly half of their retail or value price.

Check right around the holidays for jewelry that's been brought in on consignment. If you find an especially gorgeous diamond ring at a great price, take it to a jeweler and have it professionally cleaned, polished and even engraved to make it personal.

Discount and Department Stores
JCPenney's and Walmart are stores where you can get really deep discounts on beautiful jewelry. These stored often have huge sales a couple of times a year, so watch for their flyers and commercials. When they have those big sales, be sure to check them out.

Mail Order and TV Shopping Channels
QVC and the Home Shopping Network (HSN) are great places to get awesome discounts on brand new jewelry. Watch for their specials of the day on TV or even online.
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The Internet and eBay
Great places to look for a gorgeous diamond ring! Not all jewelry on eBay is used or "tainted" because of a divorce.

Engagement rings and sets are sold for a variety of reasons-they've bought new sets to celebrate a 10th, 20th or even longer wedding anniversary so they're selling their original sets.

Some jewelry is being sold as part of an estate sale for different reasons. You never know when that perfectly gorgeous diamond ring is going to go up for auction, so keep an eye on these places.

Top Quality and Beautiful Simulated Diamonds
If your fiancé doesn't mind substituting a genuine diamond for a genuine stone that looks enough like a diamond to fool even jewelers, you'll be able to save a small fortune by looking into cubic zirconia stones. The quality the CZ stones has come a long way over the years and stores that specialize in them take pride in their work.

CubicJewerly.com is one online store where you can even design your own ring right online with beautiful 14K gold, sterling silver or even platinum settings, then pick the size and shape of the stone to set in.

Their prices are amazing too! You can get a gorgeous "diamond" ring with a 2 carat stone for under $750 and it will look like you did spend almost a year's salary on it!

Another online store with superior quality "almost diamonds" is Almost Diamonds.com.

I would advise anyone looking to save a lot of money to visit their wedding ring departments for absolutely stunning engagement rings and wedding band sets for the fraction of the cost of a genuine diamond, but with the look and feel of a flawless gem. You can always buy a genuine gorgeous diamond ring later for an anniversary gift.

Gem Stone King's Diamond Tutorial
Four major components are used throughout the world to evaluate a diamond's quality and value. They are known as the 4 Cs: Cut, Color, Carat and Clarity. Understanding the qualities of the 4C's and how they interact with each other will help you make the right purchase.

Ultimate Engagement Ring Guide

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