I'm looking for opinions as to whether is would be appropriate for me to use the store credit from my ex-wife's wedding ring towards a new engagement ring for my current girlfriend. I do not intend to re-use any part of the ring, only obtain a store credit towards a brand new ring.
2007-10-03 02:31:58 · 33 answers · asked by Jeffrey K 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
i'd say go for it, its just money at this point and has no sentimental value so why not? i mean, what else are you going to use that store credit on right?
2007-10-03 02:34:55 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
As long as she never finds out, a ring is just a ring. It's the thought behind it that matters. The fact is, most of us (in the Western world) have had a serious relationship before we were married. A phsyical object like a ring just confirms that. Most of us know that some spouses almost married someone else. It happens. Even without a ring, the thought was still there. The ring is just a ring. Do know that if she DID find out, that would be very bad and who knows what would happen. She could react very badly, and that would be understandable. You have to understand that. However, she might not care. But you don't ever want to take that risk. If she won't know, then I think it's OK. I'm a logic person and a ring is just a ring. That said, it is unlikely that the ring you bought fits your fiance's size or her style. Might as well get the diamond reset into another ring. Just "borrow" one of her other rings so you can have it sized. If you have this done, you're covered and she gets a "new" ring. Good luck!
2016-05-19 22:15:24 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I can't imagine why your ex left her ring behind, or why she had it such a short time that you can obtain a store credit by returning it...but where the money to purchase a new ring comes from shouldn't matter (as long as it's legal).
Do what works for you.
2007-10-03 02:35:23 · answer #3 · answered by . 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as you arent planning on using the same ring, then there shouldnt be any big deal about it. The money you are receiving back on the old ring can be spent in anyway!
Congrats & good luck
2007-10-03 02:57:15 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd say that as long as the ex has no claim to the ring, it's just a thing. I'm guessing you have no emotional attachment to it, so, go ahead.
What else are you going to do with it? Seems a practical move
2007-10-03 02:35:06 · answer #5 · answered by Kathi 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think it is alright as long as there are no children involved in the situation because then it should be something they get later in life. I would however keep it quiet so your fiance doesn't find out. I would be pissed off if I found out. If your ex didn't want the ring back when you split up then it is yours to do with however you choose :) .
2007-10-03 03:09:13 · answer #6 · answered by Melanie S 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No way, money is money- and getting something out of that ring is a lot better than holding on to it! Just don't tell her- you don't have to lie about it and if she asks where you got the money for it tell her that you have been saving it up- it's not a lie and you're saving her feelings!
2007-10-03 03:01:21 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hell no. As long as the ring for your girlfriend is bigger, shinier, and more expensive than your ex-wife's I would go ahead and do it.
BTW, what state are you in that you got to keep your ex-wife's ring? I'm assuming it's a wedding ring...
2007-10-03 02:35:20 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's your choice. But if it were me I would feel that would jinx the new marriage. I wouldn't want my fiance' to use and old girlfriend's ring or ex wife's ring to get one for me. But if your girlfriend wouldn't care then go ahead.
2007-10-03 02:37:26 · answer #9 · answered by h&t_oct282007 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nothing wrong with that at all. Just be sure to get the new GF a bigger and better ring!! Congrats and good luck!
2007-10-03 02:50:33 · answer #10 · answered by geminimom79 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If she broke up with you and gave you the ring back then it is yours to do with whatever you want to do with it.
I hope you have known your new girl friend for more than a year before you get another ring for her.
2007-10-03 02:38:11 · answer #11 · answered by Aliz 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋