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ENGAGEMENT RINGS The tradition of the engagement ring began in 1477 when Archduke Maximillian of Austria gave Mary of Burgundy a gold ring set with a diamond as a token of love. There are now so many different varieties of metals and diamond cuts for engagement rings that finding the perfect ring for you can be tricky! When choosing an engagement ring it is important to remember the 5C’s; Cut, Colour, Clarity, Carat and Confidence. You’ll discover more about these on pages 4 and 5. The price of an engagement ring can vary depending on your preferences. In South-West England the average cost of an engagement ring is £1350.00. However, we recommend spending what you are most comfortable with. Our team can help with engagement rings to suit all budgets and tastes. Discover some of our collections over the next few pages.
The most frequently selected style of engagement ring is a round brilliant cut diamond ring, closely followed by a princess cut. White gold and platinum are the most popular metals.
Contemporary couples often choose engagement rings together – up to 60% of brides are involved in the selection of the ring and 3% choose it themselves!
