There comes a time when people decide to marry. They usually chose an  engagement ring either before or after the official announcement. When the decision has been made to purchase a "ring" the excitement and realization that this is "for real" begins to set in. Best of luck in your search for that perfect ring. It should be an enjoyable experience for the both of you. Many sites offer a lot of education on the ring.

Resources for Jewelry Womens Jewelry Right Hand Rings Wedding Bands Pendants Diamond Rings Pearls Silver Jewelry Bracelets Earrings Earring Jackets	There are various types of Engagement Rings, most are either solitaires or semi-mounts. Some engagement rings may include a wedding band, many do not. Many rings are price driven, others stress quality. Same is true with gemstones. Diamonds are the overwhelming choice for a center stone, however, many people have purchased a colored stone for their engagement ring. Wedding bands are popular with men, most women prefer an engagement ring, particularly a diamond engagement ring. The most common metals for engagement rings are usually white or yellow gold or platinum. Manufacturers and designers are coming out with other metals including titanium, tungsten, palladium as well as other combinations. The list will continue to grow as new metals are introduced into the marketplace. One word of caution, however, and that is the metal should compliment the gemstone, for instance, gold and platinum generally cost more than other metals and the stone should reflect that. If you are buying an expensive stone you  wouldn't want to use an inexpensive metal.
	Solitaires Solitaires are just what the term implies, a single stone. Almost universally accepted is a diamond for a single stone, hence the term diamond solitaire. 3/4 ct. Round Diamond Solitaire Ring The classic diamond solitaire engagement ring at an incredible value price. This ring features a dazzling 3/4 carat round diamond of H-J color, I1-I2 clarity set in a band of 14K white gold. Includes a certificate from the International Gemological Institute.       The rings on this page are traditional and designer styles. Other popular styles are art deco, antique, & pave'. Invisible set Engagement Rings Invisible set Engagement Rings crafted in 18 kt Yellow Gold . Dimensions: Top: 6.20 mm , Middle: 5.80 mm , Bottom: 4.80 mm .. Stone Information: 12 Stones 1.35 Carats Princess Diamonds. Diamond Quality: G Color, VS Clarity. . Made in USA . Metal Available: 18 kt Yellow Gold, Platinum 950, 18 kt White Gold. Eternity Bands Eternity Bands, sometimes referred to as wedding bands, diamond bands, gemstone bands, and now the latest eternity engagement rings etc., are rings with the diamonds (gemstones) all around the band. Some do offer a "spacer" area at the bottom of the band for sizing purposes. Some examples are (you can click on the pictures too): One of the latest trends is to take a stone out of the eternity band, mount a crown in its spot and set a larger diamond into the crown creating an engagement ring!!! Other styles are pictured here	Semi-Mounts Semi-mounts are engagement rings with more than one stone. The center tends to be the major stone---side stones can be one or numerous. They maybe symmetrical or asymmetrical. In this category also there may be stones without a large center, they may be equal in size or they may not.   Center Stones extra! Three Stone Ring Some people prefer to purchase a colored stone for their center stone instead of a diamond. The most common colored stones are Ruby and Sapphire (Ruby and Sapphire are the hardest natural stones after diamond and really the only ones durable to be used as a center stone. Some people do have an emerald or tanzanite for a center stone, however, both are more fragile and are subject to more breakage.  Make sure you understand the Mohs hardness if you want a center stone other than a diamond, ruby or sapphire.