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Diamonds Suck (2006)

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Re: Diamonds Suck (2006)

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Post by eqvinox »

intrasight wrote: post #20
blacktriangle wrote: post #8

Earlier quoted context omitted.

Or just don't blow a ton on rings? My wife and I spent roughly $200 each on rings. Or even just buy some of those silicon rings that are roughly $50. I really like wearing a wedding ring, but not being attached to any one ring that I'm worried about losing or damaging is nice too. Also like you say gems other than diamonds are nice. I'm seeing many more engagement rings recently that are opting for different stones a…

Is women giving men an engagement ring a new thing? I got my wife (30 years ago) a ring with two opals and a center sapphire - custom made by a local jeweler. It makes diamond rings look pretty boring.

As an unmarried mid-30 male, I absolutely plan on getting myself a nice jeweled ring. I like shiny things ;). I also like weird rare metals (seems to be a common thing among the HN crowd), my current favorite is Rhenium, but I'm wary of medical considerations (the "can't get it off in an emergency" kind, not the allergy kind.)

It does seem to be a generational difference to some degree. FWIW I just don't give a f*ck anymore about conventions.

P.S.: Absolutely agree on plain diamond rings being boring & giving it a personal touch. I mean, how is a diamond ring special to our relationship?

Re: Diamonds Suck (2006)

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Post by NorthOf33rd »

kop316 wrote: post #7

I'll add my name to the list of folks who did not get a dianmond, but a Moissanite ring. A couple of things I learned along the way: - I bought the ring and the Moissenite seperately. I bought the ring at a regular jewelry store (my spouse found one she liked). It is a very HARD sell when you buy the ring to also get the diamond. I ended up buying the ring online to pick it up, and I have wondered since then if they…

I found the local shop that does the work for the chains. Turns out most of the big guys outsource their work. They didn’t care in the least what stone we brought them and their prices were way better than the big local chains, even though it was actually the same work. I’m guessing this arrangement is the same in most cities.

Re: Diamonds Suck (2006)

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Post by [deleted] »

ed25519FUUU wrote: post #9

You know what else doesn’t pass the smell test? The whole “spend 3 months salary on a ring” propaganda I’ve heard more and more over the last 5 or so years. Some people really believe this like it’s some cultural rule.

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Re: Diamonds Suck (2006)

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Post by smolder »

ed25519FUUU wrote: post #9

You know what else doesn’t pass the smell test? The whole “spend 3 months salary on a ring” propaganda I’ve heard more and more over the last 5 or so years. Some people really believe this like it’s some cultural rule.

It's amazing what people can be made to believe. The non-religious, too, carry faith in all sorts of popular memes for which there's little/no evidence, just stories.

Re: Diamonds Suck (2006)

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Post by c22 »

paulgb wrote: post #6

Diamond alternatives are fine, but another option is just not getting a ring. My wife and I decided not to and nobody really cares. We spent the money on travel instead, and the memories are more valuable to us than a tiny rock. Don’t get me wrong, diamonds and other gems are beautiful and if you want one, go for it. But if it’s not something that is worth $5-10k to you, just know that it’s a choice, not an obligatio…

I have some friends who got their wedding "rings" tattooed onto their ring fingers. I loved the concept, I have no tattoos to date, but this is one I would consider getting.

Re: Diamonds Suck (2006)

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Post by c22 »

lotr wrote: post #30
nonotreally wrote: post #17

Earlier quoted context omitted.

I'm in the don't buy a ring club and it has never come up in social situations. No one cares about your stuff as much as you do.

Of course it comes up in social situations. If I'm interested in a girl and she has a ring on her left ring finger, I drop it. It's literally the first thing I check; it's basic etiquette.

Lol, my partner and I don't wear rings, but if you're interested in her she'll let you know to drop it.

Re: Diamonds Suck (2006)

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Post by paulgb »

c22 wrote: post #36
lotr wrote: post #30

Earlier quoted context omitted.

Of course it comes up in social situations. If I'm interested in a girl and she has a ring on her left ring finger, I drop it. It's literally the first thing I check; it's basic etiquette.

Lol, my partner and I don't wear rings, but if you're interested in her she'll let you know to drop it.

Exactly, there are lots of social cues at play in these situations besides a ring. It’s no different than the way someone who is unmarried but in a committed relationship lets people know not to bother.

Re: Diamonds Suck (2006)

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Post by curryst »

c22 wrote: post #35
paulgb wrote: post #6

Diamond alternatives are fine, but another option is just not getting a ring. My wife and I decided not to and nobody really cares. We spent the money on travel instead, and the memories are more valuable to us than a tiny rock. Don’t get me wrong, diamonds and other gems are beautiful and if you want one, go for it. But if it’s not something that is worth $5-10k to you, just know that it’s a choice, not an obligatio…

I have some friends who got their wedding "rings" tattooed onto their ring fingers. I loved the concept, I have no tattoos to date, but this is one I would consider getting.

I would nope right out of that one. Relationships change; rings can change, but tattoos do not. Nobody wants a constant reminder of a failed relationship, and I would imagine that your new SO wouldn't be super thrilled to be constantly reminded of your ex. Plus what do you do if you get re-married? Tattoo another ring on? Wear an actual ring over the tattooed ring?

Re: Diamonds Suck (2006)

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Post by bookofjoe »

paulgb wrote: post #6

Diamond alternatives are fine, but another option is just not getting a ring. My wife and I decided not to and nobody really cares. We spent the money on travel instead, and the memories are more valuable to us than a tiny rock. Don’t get me wrong, diamonds and other gems are beautiful and if you want one, go for it. But if it’s not something that is worth $5-10k to you, just know that it’s a choice, not an obligatio…

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