Men are so ****ing stupid. Think objectively about this. You are buying a ring that companies and marketing campaigns say represent commitment. So before engagement rings men and women had no idea how to stay together? And they also say it's 2-3 months salary. You think the woman will only marry you if you buy her a ring. What the **** is wrong with you? Plus, what is the woman doing for you to show you her commitment? (She should be doing BJs regardless so that isn't an answer...plus you gotta bribe a chick for BJs? That's ****ed) Much easier for a chick to **** another dude than vice versa. Check the divorce rates bro...it isn't all men doing it.
All this appraisal stuff is bull**** really because if you ever actually sell it do you think you'll get the amount it is appraised for?
STOP BUYING ENGAGEMENT RINGS.
Just please ffs, have a think about what you're doing and do some research and actually wonder to yourself why you are buying a ring. Why do I have to buy a ring to show my love? Why is this the only way that a basic american female will want to stay with me? Who are the people that are really telling you not to be cheap? (Hint: it's usually women and weak men.)
Not to mention you're supporting a ****ty industry that gets their diamonds in war torn africa.