Engagement Rings Birmingham

What should I look for when buying an engagement ring?

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You should choose an engagement ring based on the tastes of the person who'll be wearing it. The 4 Cs (cut, colour, clarity and carat) are good to keep in mind, but what matters is that your partner will love the ring and enjoy wearing it for the rest of their life.

The easiest way to do this? Bring your partner with you when shopping for the ring in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter.

However, if you're trying to keep everything a secret, then don't worry - we can help!

Our expert consultants have years of experience in finding the right rings based on conversations about your partner. Come in and have a chat with one of our specialists. Tell us all about your partner and we can design a ring made specifically for them.

There's no reason that this process should be stressful for you.

Can you wear an engagement ring on your right hand?

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It's traditional in the UK to wear your engagement ring on your left hand, but it's not compulsory.

Many other countries around the world have different traditions.

Countries where it's traditional to wear an engagement ring on the right hand include Germany, Austria, Russia, Poland, Norway, Denmark, Spain, Greece, and Colombia.

Essentially, what we're saying is: do whatever you want, it's your ring!

How much should you spend on an engagement ring?

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Depending on who you ask, you'll get a dramatically different answer.

Some say two months' salary, some say three.

What do we say?

Pay whatever you're comfortable with and whatever you can afford.

Our best advice is this: get a tailor-made ring for your partner, something that's uniquely theirs. This means that the materials don't have to be super expensive, you don't have to spend an obscene amount and your partner gets the perfect ring - a win-win all round!

Do you wear your engagement ring on your wedding day?

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You can continue to wear your engagement ring during the wedding ceremony. The wedding ring can be placed above it and then you can swap them around afterwards if you wish. Many remove their engagement ring, however, as it can steal the show from the wedding ring.

Another option is to place your engagement ring on the ring finger of your right hand and then move it back into place after the ceremony. You'll need to test that it fits onto your right ring finger before the big day, as you don't want to have to deal with a stuck ring.

Finally, if neither of the other options works for you, you can leave your ring with a trusted friend or family member. If you leave it with one of your witnesses then they can give it back to you when you're signing the marriage register.