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[Evil_Frisky]

Yep, 2 months salary as the common guideline was what I've heard, too. But, you don't always have to go by that. I agree with what QT said - find something you think she will like and work within your means.

Congrats (early congrats) and best wishes!

I agree with QT also... I for one don't know If i would purchase a ring for 2 months my salary .. LOL

But then again... the ring I found when I was married was something I really liked and it was very inexpensive but I wanted that ring... no other one.

 

[RottenWillow]

Also another question while I am at it. Is it silly to propose if I am not going to be able to actually have a wedding for about 2 years?

Is 2 years an abnormally long engagement period?

I dont think so.

And dude, dont feel muscled into spending a requisite amount for the engagement ring. I guarantee you this "2 month salary guideline" originated from the jeweler community (i.e the folks selling the stuff) and not from some legitimate standardization of mens' spending habits. You should spend no more or less than what you are moved to spend....simple as that.

and congratulations.

 

[The Terminator]

the commonly accepted guideline for purchasing diamonds is two months' salary... Click here for basic info
Best of luck

Yep
2 months salary is standard...

$15-20k later and you're broke