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How much does an engagement ring cost?
Ring prices vary enormously with the stone, metal, cut and setting, and with whether the diamond is natural or lab-grown.
The typical cost is $5,000, with a range of $800 to $15,000 (US, 2026).
Typical ring
US · 2026$5,000 typical
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The centre stone is most of the cost. Size, cut, colour and clarity all move the price, and lab-grown stones are usually much cheaper than natural ones of the same size.
Metal (platinum costs more than gold), the complexity of the setting and where you buy also matter. Set a budget first, then choose the stone.
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How much does a wedding cost?
A wedding budget ranges from a small courthouse ceremony to a multi-day celebration, with venue and guest count driving most of the spend.
Typical: $30,000
How much does a wedding photographer cost?
Photographer prices depend on hours of coverage, experience, second shooters and the albums and prints included.
Typical: $2,800
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