You finally made it. You found the girl of your dreams and are ready to pop the question. The only problem is that your bank account is not big enough to support the kind of ring you want to use when you ask your true love the most important question you will ever ask anyone. So, you are considering a pawn shop rather than a jewelry store to save some cash. Should you?
Consider all the facts and then make the right decision to choose a jewelry store for your important purchase:
- There is a big chance you will be ripped off. Of course not every pawn broker is dishonest, but that doesn’t mean he knows what he’s selling either. Pawn brokers are in the business of selling everything and they are not professional jewelers who can give you the information you need.
- Unless it’s from a beloved family member, do you really want second hand jewelry to commemorate the biggest day of your life? If the ring is used, there is also a big possibility that it will be inscribed with some stranger’s initials.
- You do this to save money now, but many couples who have gone the pawn shop route have regretted their decision down the road. This is a ‘forever decision’ and you do not want to have second thoughts about this in the future.
- If you buy your diamond ring at a jewelry store instead of a pawn shop, you will most likely not only get a better price, but you get better information. You want an expert who can guide you in making the right choices regarding the color of metal, the cut of the diamond, the setting, price and payment plan options.
- Are you superstitious? Who was the person who wore that ring before you bought it? Do you want the possible bad karma in your life?
- Buying jewelry and rings from a jewelry store will give you the chance to shop around and choose from a much bigger and better selection.
- It is completely possible to get a ring within your budget, and discussing your needs and how much you want to spend with a professional jeweler will ensure that you walk away with getting the most for your money.
Consider all of the reasons to purchase your ring at jewelry stores. It is possible to walk out of a pawn shop with a big diamond for what looks like a good deal. But sometimes the bigger is not always the better.
Maybe you cannot afford the big, stunning diamond at this point in your life. Getting something a little smaller but outstanding in quality can have just as much, if not more significance because of the thought and effort that went into it. This is an exciting time in your life and getting quality that will last forever is important.
