Wedding rings are one of the most enduring symbols of a marriage, but they are often one of the most overlooked parts of wedding planning. Most people will wear their wedding rings everyday for life, so choosing something that will match your style is very important. Some couples opt for matching bands, others want simple, metal rings, and some choose to add some bling with stones. Whichever route you want to go, the most important thing to do is research your decision and spend time considering your options before making a purchase.

1.Make a list of what you want in your wedding rings. Create separate columns for the bride and the groom. Some items to consider include your lifestyle, your type of work, your personality and any family traditions you hope to carry on. If you work with your hands on a regular basis, you want a strong metal like platinum and you might want to consider not adding stones. If your family historically uses a specific type of gold in wedding rings, take that into consideration. Write down the points that are important in the appropriate columns.

2.etermine if matching rings are important for you and your spouse. You need to make a decision, as a couple, about whether or not your wedding bands should be the same or similar. Some couples choose to go for the exact same design in different sizes. Other couples opt for the same type of metal or same type of stones. If one partner feels strongly about having matching bands, it is probably best to go that route. You do not want to start your marriage off with hurt feelings.

3.Establish a budget. Decide how much you want to spend on the wedding rings and be prepared to stick to that number. Your budget will dictate some choices, including the addition of stones and the type of metal used in your band. White gold looks like platinum, but is less expensive; the lower the karats of yellow gold, the lower the ring price.

4.Look at different styles of rings, starting at the jewelry store where the engagement ring was purchased. The salesperson at the store where the engagement ring was purchased will be able to tell you if there is a wedding ring that is designed to go with the engagement band. You do not have to buy the matching ring, but it helps to at least look at the wedding band and get an idea of what jewelry designers think looks best with the engagement band.

5.Work with a jeweler at the jewelry store to narrow your choices. Communicate to the jeweler your wishes and budget. You can also show him the list you made earlier. A professional will be able to direct you to rings that will best fit your style and your budget. The jeweler should be able to direct you to less expensive options if your budget dictates.

6.Choose the metal and design of your rings. If you did not find a ring you liked at the first store, continue to visit other jewelry stores and look online for additional options. Some jewelry stores will also customize wedding rings if you are having trouble finding the perfect design.

7.Decide on an inscription, if you want to add one. Many people have small sayings engraved on the inside of wedding rings. Some inscriptions are simple, for example, the wedding date or the couple's initials. Other people use Bible verses or special sayings. Your engraving will be limited by the size of the wedding band. The jeweler will be able to tell you how much room is available for engraving.

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Whether you're looking for traditional wedding bands, a chain, a pair of stunning earrings or a striking broach, you can't go wrong with gold. Here are some things to look for to be sure you're getting your money's worth.

1.Choose a reputable jeweler. Select one that has membership in Jewelers of America if possible.

2.Familiarize yourself with karat quality marks. Since gold is a soft metal, it is mixed with other metals to make it more durable. The karat mark will tell you what percentage of the metal is actually gold. (See Tips for more information on karats.)

3.Look for a trademark on the item you wish to purchase. This identifies the manufacturer of the jewelry. If you have trouble figuring out what the trademark means, ask the jeweler. All gold jewelry with a karat mark must also have a trademark.

4.Be sure that any diamonds or gemstones that appear in the item you are considering are also real. (See Related eHows for tips on choosing diamonds and gemstones.)

5.Bear in mind that the price will include the amount of gold in the piece, as well as the design and the craftsmanship.

6.Make sure your sales receipt lists the karat quality of the item purchased.

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Wedding rings are used to symbolize the eternal bond of marriage, and should reflect the same good taste and style that infuses your approaching marriage. It's important for your partner to be happy with their ring, but you don't have to shoot from the hip when choosing the band. Here is how to buy a wedding ring.

1.Find out your partner's taste. Perhaps even choose the ring together. If secrecy is a priority, enlist a mutual friend to broach the subject.

2.Ask about heirlooms. This might be an easy and meaningful solution to this delicate problem. Check with your parents and other relatives to see if there's a band you can use.

3.Choose a wedding band that matches the engagement ring so that they can be worn at the same time or eventually fused.

4.Shop around. Ask friends and family about jewelers they've had good experiences with. Check bridal magazines and local advertisements for even more ideas.

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5.Have the rings personalized. Engrave the date of your wedding, the date of your first meeting, or some other significant sentiment on the bands.

6.Find out her size, if you don't already know. You can do this by asking one of her friends or taking one of her existing rings to a jeweler to have it measured.

7.Buy it. Some traditions hold that wedding bands should cost about two months' wages, but this is flexible and simply a tradition. Ask the vender about financing if necessary,

or putting the ring on layaway by putting down an initial deposit and making monthly payments.

It is not always easy to tell the difference between a real gold ring and a fake one, or a gold ring that is of lower quality than it is presented to be. Many myths circulate concerning this topic. While the most accurate way to discern real gold from fake gold is to take the ring to a jeweler, it is possible to avoid being scammed with just a little common knowledge.

1.Scratch the gold ring in an unnoticeable spot, using a file. While wearing rubber gloves, take a plastic stick dipped in nitric acid to the spot that was scratched. Rinse everything with water.

2.Observe the metal's reaction after the nitric acid solution has been rinsed. If there is no reaction whatsoever, the ring is gold. If the metal turns a bright green color,the ring is metal containing no gold. If there is a slight green tint, you most likely have a gold-plated ring. If there is a milky tint, it is a gold layer that has been plated over silver.

3.Purchase a gold-testing kit at a jeweler supply store. It should contain a stone, aqua regia, nitric acid and karat samples. You will need all those items to complete the testing.

4.Rub the gold against the stone that is provided in the gold-testing kit. Place a karat sample next to the piece of jewelry that you are testing. Apply nitric acid or aqua regia to the affected spot. When both samples match, you have gold that is of the same quality karat as the samples you are testing. Nitric acid is used for gold of a low karat quality, while aqua regia is used for higher standards of gold.

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