Anniversary Bands: Everything You Need to Know Before Buying
There is a particular kind of pressure that comes with buying an anniversary band. It is not the same pressure as buying an engagement ring - that purchase has its own mythology, its own rules, its own set of expectations. An anniversary band feels different. More personal, somehow. You already know this person. You have built something with them. Hence, the jewelry you choose is supposed to reflect all of that, and most people have very little idea where to start. This Anniversary Band buying guide exists to make that process less overwhelming. It will give you all the information that actually matters before you walk into a store or start browsing online. Understanding an Anniversary Band The term gets used loosely, so it is worth being precise. An anniversary band is a ring - typically a band rather than a solitaire setting - given to mark a wedding anniversary. It is mostly worn alongside the original engagement ring and wedding band, though some women choose to wear it alone or o...