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7 Ways To Upgrade Your Engagement Ring

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You’ve loved and cherished your engagement ring for what it stands for: a symbol of love and an unbreakable bond between you and your partner. But you might be thinking of upgrading your engagement ring by adding or removing parts that don’t feel like “you” anymore. Or, you and your partner may have more resources at your disposal now, allowing you to get the dream ring you’ve always wanted.

If you frequently ask yourself, can I upgrade my engagement ring, then it might mean you’re ready for a change. Here are some things to keep in mind as you explore this possibility:

  • Does my partner know I want to upgrade my ring?
  • What is my budget for an upgrade?
  • What is my current style?
  • How many aspects of my original ring do I want to preserve?

Now that we’ve done some thinking, let’s dive into 7 different ways how to upgrade engagement rings!

1. A New Shape

Let’s start big. Replacing the old stone with an entirely new shape that suits you better can be a perfect upgrade. You may want a more confident and bold emerald cut as opposed to your classic, but subtle princess cut to better mirror your growth and personality.

Know that this upgrade requires the setting to be removed. Making more changes to the ring will also be easier if you change its shape entirely.

2. A New Metal Band

You can also change the color of the metal or swap the old metal with a new kind. This is a simple and straightforward way to freshen up the look of your ring without having to mull over too many details like stone cut and setting.

The classic yellow-gold metal is quite popular again as we observe more and more trends of the 70s coming back. You could also go for a bolder, rose-gold-colored band.

3. A New Setting

If you currently have a taller stone as opposed to square and round cuts and prefer a more modern look, you can change the setting to the east-west type to make the ring sit wider on your hand.

Or, if you and your partner have more cash now and want the ring to reflect that fact, you can opt for a halo setting. This option preserves the original stone and creates a beautiful diamond-studded glow around it. This is a great option for those wondering how to upgrade a diamond ring.

You can also remount the existing stones and have them arranged in a new setting. Repurposing the diamond or gems on the ring is budget-friendly and keeps its original essence intact.

4. A New Color

Adding colorful stones like sapphires, rubies, or emeralds can give the ring a more nuanced and romantic look. It will certainly get attention and be more eye-catching. If you have heirloom gems, you may also wish to add them to your engagement ring and boost its sentimental value.

5. New Adornments

Adding a new feature or accent to your ring can create a subtle yet unmistakable change. If you don’t want to go all out with your upgrade, you can add tiny diamonds or birthstone gems to its sides, or have them dotted along the prongs of your ring. This upgrade is also budget-friendly.

6. A New Message

Make your engagement ring even more meaningful by adding a message from your partner. You can have a message or special quote engraved on the inner band, letting you and your partner share a special secret about the ring that means a lot to you both.

If you and your partner have children, you could engrave their birthdates into your rings! Another option is to have the date of a memorable milestone in your life inscribed.

7. A New Ring?!

Yup, you read that right. If you want to make drastic changes to the cut, color, or even the clarity and carat of the ring, you can just start with a brand new one.

Even if you don’t have a big budget, having a jeweler appraise your ring and its parts will tell you its value. You can then sell the parts of the ring you’ve outgrown at their appraised value and use its other parts to design a new ring from scratch.

Why Buy at Othergems?

Othergems is a world-class, third-generation diamond company that manufactures and creates stunning diamonds with the best clarity and cutting techniques. We can also personalize your ring according to your preferred cut, clarity, shape, and color.

If you prefer ready-made engagement rings and diamond bands, visit our website to see our stunning designs and see how we can help you.

FAQs

Can you upgrade your engagement ring?

Yes, you can upgrade your engagement ring. You can change the shape, band, setting, color, add new stones, have a new message engraved, or combine parts of it with a new ring.

How much does it cost to upgrade a diamond ring?

The cost of upgrading your engagement ring will depend on what you want to change. The fewer changes, the cheaper it will be. If you want to change something major like the setting or the center stone, the cost will be higher. Changing the setting can cost anywhere between $600 and $4,000.

Is it worth it to upgrade my engagement ring?

Yes, but speak with your partner first before commissioning any changes. Upgrading your engagement ring can be worthwhile because it can make your band fit better, give it a new aesthetic, and make it more meaningful.

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Color is one of the four important factors that determine the value and quality of a diamond (carat, color, clarity and cut grade). The colors range from D which is colorless, all the way through Z which is a light yellow or brown. The more colorless a diamond is, the more it is rare and expensive.

D, E, F

COLORLESS

G, H

NEAR COLORLESS

I, J

NEAR COLORLESS SLIGHTLY TINTED

K-M

FAINT YELLOW

N-R

VERY LIGHT YELLOW

S-Z

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FANCY

YELLOW

Diamond Clarity Chart

Clarity is one of the four important factors that determine the value and quality of a diamond (carat, color, clarity and cut grade). Almost every diamond has inclusions in it, and that’s what makes it unique. The shape, placement and amount of inclusions determine the clarity of a diamond. The highest level of clarity is FL and the lowest is I3.

GRADE & CATEGORY

FL

FLAWLESS

IF

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VVS1, VVS2

VERY VERY SLIGHTLY INCLUDED

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SI1 & SI2,SI3

SLIGHTLY INCLUDED

I1,I2& I3

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