Frugal Engagement Rings

[u/skrillavilla]

I'm going to propose to my girlfriend. I'm thinking about something in the $1000-$1500 range.

How can I find an engagement ring at a good price and not get ripped off?

EDIT: I'm just going through all the responses now, and just wanted to say thank you so much for all the input I really appreciate it!!

[u/hops_on_hops]

ETSY. There are a bunch of legit jewelers selling great lab-made stones.

I proposed with a silicone ring, then we picked out a ring she loved and ordered it. We got an alexandrite main stone with lots of tiny diamonds for around $800.

Don't make make the actual ring a surprise. She has to live with it. Let her pick something she loves.