How big should an engagement ring stone be?

The average stone size purchased for engagement rings here at Marisa Perry, is around 2.5 carats, with everything from 1 carat to 8 carat sales coming across the sales floor on the regular.

Do couples go look at engagement rings together?

Do Couples Look at Engagement Rings Together? Absolutely! If the idea of an engagement has been on the table for a while, many couples choose to explore engagement ring options together long before the proposal actually happens.

Why does ring size matter?

Never sacrifice cut for size It directly affects the way the light will reflect from the diamond – a feature that makes diamonds so special in the first place. So, remember – size matters but cut matters more. However, clarity and color also affect the appearance of the diamond.

Is bigger always better for engagement rings?

While it might be hard to imagine, we feel that bigger is not always better – choosing the most complementary stone size is relative to personal style, stature, hand size, setting preference and budget. Depending on where you live the average engagement ring size will vary.

What is the average engagement ring size?

Depending on where you live the average engagement ring size will vary. The 1.0 carat center stone used to be the most desired size chosen for engagement rings, however, more recently we are seeing this shift towards a slightly larger stone, with couples choosing diamonds averaging 1.25 to 1.50 carats.

What is the best carat for an engagement ring?

The 1.0 carat center stone used to be the most desired size chosen for engagement rings, however, more recently we are seeing this shift towards a slightly larger stone, with couples choosing diamonds averaging 1.25 to 1.50 carats.

What size diamond should I get for my ring?

However, if your hands are larger than a 6.5 ring size you can go with something larger, like a 1.50-2.0 carat. Keep in mind that the smaller the finger, the larger the diamond will appear. A 1.5-carat diamond solitaire looks much larger on a size 4 finger than a size 8.