Whether you have been married for 10 or 30 years, you may have considered upgrading your engagement ring, either for a special occasion or a wedding anniversary. After all, even the most beautiful accessories can benefit from a little sprucing up.
That said, if you are completely dissatisfied with your engagement ring, it may be more logical to replace it entirely. Do not, however, take steps to do this without first discussing it with your spouse. While it’s unlikely he or she will have an issue, acting on this alone is not recommended. Your wedding and engagement rings are a physical representation of your marriage; decisions about them should be discussed openly and thoroughly before taking action.
Even small alterations on a wedding or engagement ring can make a big difference. Most people interested in upgrading their engagement rings pick one or two elements to focus on. Before scheduling an appointment at the jewelers, take some time to consider the following aspects of the ring you may want to change. The Center Stone or Diamond
One of the most common engagement ring upgrades is replacing the center stone or diamond. If you want a larger or higher quality diamond, a jeweler can make this change quite easily. The most important factors to consider when picking a new stone are cut and clarity. A diamond’s cut dictates how much the stone will sparkle in the light, while clarity refers to the number of flaws it has. Stones with fewer flaws are significantly...