Do you seen anything wrong with an engagment ring from Walmart?

Question

My finacee and I picked out this amazing 1/2 karot ring from Walmarts. It costs 700 dollars and it's beautiful. We never even looked at Walmarts, just jewelry stores. I saw almost the exact same ring but with smaller diamonds at a jewlery store for over 2,000 dollars but it was 1/4 karot. I looked the rings at Walmart on a whim and saw this beautiful diamond ring and just knew it was the one for me.

Only problem is one of my friends found out it was from Walmart and she thinks it's trashy to have a walmart ring and keeps making fun of it whenever we are out among all our friends. Her fiancee bought her a ring at a jewlery store and paid twice as much as mine but I don't think hers is as nice.

Do you see anything wrong with an engagment ring from walmarts as long as it's pretty and is real diamond?

I love my ring and don't see anything wrong with it.

Here's a pic of mine.


and here is her's
from the jewelry shops website

Thanks ZCT for fixing the links.

Here is mine.
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m193/darthamandaphotos/ring.jpg

and here is hers
http://zales.imageg.net/graphics/product_images/pZALE1-2219169t240.jpg

I think its the thought that counts too. We can't really afford to take out a loan for a ring and I think it's silly. I love the look of my ring. I think its so unique and it came from my fiancee's heart who worked his butt off to earn the money for it. He was still in college at the time and was working at a fast food place to earn money for this ring.
I'm a special ed teacher now and he works at a graphic deisgn company so we're not like white trash but not rich either.

I'm not embrassed that it came from Walmarts. My friend thinks I should be ashamed though.

Answer 1

i know a lady who lives in a four million dollar house overlooking the ocean. her husband is so rich they could buy every piece of jewelry in the whole store. but she cherishes and wears everyday the ring he gave her when they were in college, a ring just like yours, and it came from a place like walmart. your question is so sweet i cant stand it. you go, girl.

Answer 2

Where the ring was purchased means nothing, as long as you both like it because you will be wearing it for the rest of your life.

The purpose of an engagement ring is that it is a material thing that signifies a promise to marry someone.

So the promise is all that matters, no material object can properly signify a feeling, they are just outward signs to show others that your loved and in a committed relationship.

A lot of people don't ever get engagement rings and it doesn't detract from the love they share or the marriage they enter into.

If it bothers you what other people say then don't tell them where it was purchased, it's none of their business anyway. You know the love and meaning behind the ring and that's all that is important.

Regarding the price of the ring, several things play into it, the quality of the cut and flaws in the diamonds and in the case of jewelery stores your paying for their store name not the real value of the ring.

It is a known fact that all jewelery has a 2000% markup on it anyway in jewelery stores, if you doubt it then buy a piece of jewelery and then sell it, you won't get nearly as much as you paid for it even if you have never worn it.

Don't let what other people say or thing bother you, it's the significance of the gesture and promise that means the most, not the physical symbol that people use to show it off. If your friends say that just because it was purchased at Wallmart it has less meaning then they are very shallow and will find out later in life, that money doesn't mean everything.

Answer 3

If you don't care that the ring came from Wal-Mart, then who cares. If you wanted a pearl instead of a diamond, then who cares, or even a ring out of a gumball machine. It's your ring and your choice and no one elses opinion matters.
You're friend doesn't sound like a friend and I'd kick them to the curb.
And kudos for being smart and not blowing a wad of money. If you have money left over, save it for a house and then see who's laughing.
As for the diamond itself, price can be based upon the 4 C's and that's why some might be smaller but cost more, etc.
Anyhow, it's all about your preference for your ring.
Good luck with your engagement and your future.

Answer 4

I suppose it's the thought that counts. That said... I have other issues against the Walmart chain and refuse to shop there. Even if I'd save half price on a ring, the money supports bad business practices and worse that I just don't agree with. So in that case, I wouldn't care for a ring that came from Walmart.

Answer 5

No. Nothing wrong with that you may not get as good diamond. But look at the cost. A wedding ring is a ring. The most important thing is that It stands for eternal love that goes on for ever. but diamond are classed buy size Clary and by flaws. look on the web you should find a web site to explain this to you. But a wedding is beautiful no matter where it comes how small it is or where it comes from. Pawn shop or the most costly Jeweler store there is. It is eternal love. Best to you two. Great ring

Answer 6

Not much of a friend if she is so preoccupied with where you found a good ring at a sensible price. Just because she paid over the top for hers, it does not make it a better ring, or prove she has a greater love between her and her fiancee. Good for you, I love a bargain. Where weddings are concerned shops take advantage and overload the price because it's an emotional purchase. Don't let this come between you, just laugh it off, knowing you got the best deal and in your heart the best man.

Answer 7

Would it make a difference if you didn't know where it came from? If it does then you don't have an inkling what marriage is about! Cause it ain't about the ring!!!!
No, Walmart has improved alot in the last few years!!!!!!!!!!! They have good quality jewelry now. They have the papers on diamonds just like an expensive store just not the outrageous price..... Nothing wrong, besides you'll have more money to do other fun stuff together!!!!!

Answer 8

I think your ring is absolutely beautiful!! Why should anyone care where it came from. It should mean that much more to you that your fiancee worked so hard to buy the ring for you. My husband has bought me a lot of jewelry from WalMart. It means so much to me that he actually works so hard to pay for the little surprises he buys for me and I would never give a second thought as to where it came from. I think your friend has a little problem. She doesn't sound like much of a friend to put you down for buying your ring at WalMart. She really needs to get a grip on reality. Some people just put too much priority on "name brands". That is not what matters in this life. You and your fiancee should be happy and proud that you got such a beautiful ring at such a great price. How many people go around announcing where their engagement ring was purchased? Not many that I know of. My daughter's fiancee found hers on e-bay and it is really nice. It was bought out of the love in his heart for her, not to show off!! Don't worry about your friend!! Your ring is beautiful!! Best wishes to you, enjoy the amazing man who loves you so much!

Answer 9

I think that your ring is really pretty. I don't see a problem with getting a ring at Walmart. What is so wrong with being money-wise, and getting a beautiful ring in the process? I think that your friend is being immature, and she is also probably jealous that your ring in prettier than hers. Also keep in mind that you don't have to tell anyone where you got your ring; it's nobody's business. Next time when your friend gets on your case, tell her to grow up.

Answer 10

The tradition of the diamond engagement ring is relatively new and is a result of a VERY successful marketing campaign by DeBeers. In fact, historically engagement rings have been made of various metals, using various numbers and types of stones to represent different things in different cultures. Many people even choose to avoid diamonds due to the violence and monopolistic practices associated with the industry. Ultimately, what matters is that YOU like the ring and that it represents your love and commitment to your fiance.

Your friend is entitled to her opinion, but her behavior is out of line. You might take her aside and calmly tell her that, while it may be completely unintentional, she's hurting your feelings and ask her to please refrain from making any more comments on the ring. If she still continues to act in the same manner, perhaps she isn't your friend after all.

Answer 11

If you like it that is REALLY all that matters.

However, the reason Walmart rings are less expensive is because of the grade of the diamond.

Having worked at a jewelry store I know that its not uncommon for a 1/2 karat diamond to vary in price from 800-5000 dollars depending on the grade of the diamond