What You Should Know Before Purchasing an Engagement Ring

Picking out an engagement ring is a big task. This ring is something you have to wear for the rest of your life, so it has to be perfect! But where do you begin with such a large task? Here are our top 3 tips at Tobin Jewelers of what you need to know before picking out your engagement ring.

Determine a budget

The average engagement ring can range anywhere from $1000 to $10,000. So how much should you spend? The typical rule of thumb is to spend two months of your income on an engagement ring. For example, if you make $3000 a month, you should spend around $6000 on a ring. However, this is your budget! You should sit down with your fiancé-to-be and talk about how much is a reasonable amount for a ring. 

Find inspiration photos

There are hundreds, if not thousands, of different styles of engagement rings. Everything from the type of metal to color/shape of the diamond to carat size. Having an idea of what you want will help the process of choosing an engagement ring go much quicker and smoother. Find some inspiration photos on Pinterest or Instagram and bring them in so we can help you find the perfect ring. 

Browse our website

Our website displays a large selection of the jewelry we have at Tobin Jewelers. Browse through it to get a better idea of what we offer!

Now that you are prepared to purchase your engagement ring, visit one of our showrooms in Mequon or New Berlin today! We will assist you to customize the perfect ring that is everything you imagined it to be.