In Western countries, an engagement ring is traditionally worn on the third finger (ring finger) of the left hand. The origins of this can be traced back to the Ancient Romans who believed the finger had a vein which was connected to the heart. The vein is called the Vena Amoris or “Vein of Love”.

A generation ago, a man was expected to spend one month’s salary on an engagement ring, but the generally accepted “norm” these days is two month’s salary. This means that if you earn $1,000 each month, the engagement ring should cost $2,000. Many argue that in a world of equal opportunities, there should NOT be a defined amount.

The best and most accurate way to measure your ring size is to get professionally measured by a jeweller. However, plastic or papering ring sizers can be ordered online which come with a sizing chart. Alternatively, you could wrap a piece of paper or string around your finger, measure the size and compare it to a sizing chart. You can also check out our ring size guide for more information.

There are many places that you can buy an engagement ring such as at a high street jeweller, a boutique store or, more commonly these days, online. Purchasing a ring online gives you a far great choice than buying an engagement ring in-store and can often result in significant savings. However, always choose a reputable website when making your purchase.

To clean your diamond engagement ring, we would recommend that you prepare a solution of warm water and mild detergent. Leave your ring to soak for approximately 30 minutes and then gently, using a soft toothbrush, brush the ring taking care not to dislodge the stones. Rinse under running water and repeat if required.

Your engagement ring should be moved to your ring finger on your right hand for your wedding day, leaving the wedding finger free for your future spouse to place your wedding ring on. The engagement ring can be returned to the ring finger of the left hand after the ceremony.