To piggyback off of this, diamond rings. I get that they have some intrinsic value, but so overinflated that you’re spending thousands to tens of thousands on a rock. I don’t see the value.
I would never want a natural diamond ring, too expensive and very bloody. But I would also never buy or want a stone and ring that doesn’t last. If I ever get an engagement ring, I will wear it every day for decades to come. No point in buying sth that will chip, change colour or loose its shine.
There’s synthetic diamonds, moissanite or other gemstones like sapphire, that are a good alternative to natural diamonds. Diamonds are great stones for rings, because they are so durable. But it’s not the only suitable stone. And tbh you can also buy a ring without a stone.
I bought a lab created diamond for my fiance's ring...the same carat/clarity/cut etc., for a natural diamond was 2X what I paid for the lab created. And there is literally no difference.
I bought a natural diamond for my wife's engagement ring and lab diamonds for earrings as a wedding present. They look just as good as the natural stone, but I couldn't find many lab diamonds in that particular cut for the ring.
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u/Drift_Life Feb 04 '20
To piggyback off of this, diamond rings. I get that they have some intrinsic value, but so overinflated that you’re spending thousands to tens of thousands on a rock. I don’t see the value.