Planning a Wedding Jewelry Budget: What Does What Cost?

Wedding Jewelry: Planning a Realistic Budget

Wedding jewelry is a significant item in the wedding budget – engagement ring, wedding bands, bridal jewelry. We help you plan a realistic budget.

Engagement Ring: The Biggest Investment

• Entry-level (14K gold, small 0.3ct brilliant): €800-1,500
• Mid-range (18K gold, 0.5ct, GIA): €2,000-4,000
• Premium (18K/Platinum, 1ct+, top quality): €5,000-15,000

Wedding Bands: For Both Partners

• Simple 14K gold band (per ring): €300-700
• Better quality/width (per ring): €700-1,500
• Platinum wedding band (per ring): €800-2,000
• With brilliant cut diamonds (per ring): €1,000-3,000

Bridal Jewelry: Necklace, Earrings, Bracelet

• Fine gold set (necklace + studs): €400-800
• With diamonds: €800-2,500
• Tennis bracelet extra: €800-3,000

Budget Tips Without Losing Quality

• Colored gemstone instead of diamond for engagement ring: Same size, 50-80% cheaper
• Lab-grown diamond: Visually identical, 70-80% cheaper
• 14K instead of 18K gold: More robust and cheaper
• Smaller carat size with better cut – cut determines brilliance

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