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Wedding ring substitute

Another new name Sue — Tue, 02 Feb 2016 15:22:52 GMT

Sadly, the diamond fell out of my wedding ring and has not been found. (Reminder to all: get your rings checked.) I do not wish to replace the diamond but would like a simple band to wear in its place. I've ordered these two linked here: (sorry, do not know how to post a pic)

Eternagold checkerboard http://www.qvc.com/EternaGold-Checkerboard-Pattern-Silk-Fit-Band-Ring,-14K-Gold.product.J315628.html?sc=J315628-SRCH&cm_sp=VIEWPOSITION-_-11-_-J315628&catentryImage=http://images.qvc.com/is/image/j/28/j315628.001?$uslarge$

Eternagold polished and rope band ring http://www.qvc.com/EternaGold-Polished-&-Rope-Band-Ring-14K-Gold.product.J323065.html?sc=J323065-SRCH&cm_sp=VIEWPOSITION-_-12-_-J323065&catentryImage=http://images.qvc.com/is/image/j/65/j323065.001?$uslarge$

I would appreciate any thoughts about these rings or suggestions for others here or elsewhere. My mother always wore a plain gold band, but I'd like something with a little design. I need a durable ring since it will be worn all the time. Thank you.

Re: Wedding ring substitute

qvcfreak — Tue, 02 Feb 2016 15:26:58 GMT

I think they are both beautiful choices but for everyday wear, I'd go with the checkerboard one. Let us know what you decide. And I hope you find your diamond.

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PINKdogWOOD — Tue, 02 Feb 2016 15:28:52 GMT

@Another new name Sue Perhaps as well this could be a time to think about replacing the lost stone for a new stone of your choosing. Give some thought to this instead of a new simple band ring replacement. Just an idea to ponder.

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bonnielu — Tue, 02 Feb 2016 15:34:30 GMT

Our family has had bad luck with wedding rings, Lost - stolen- stones EXCHANGED- robbed. You name it. So no more rings for me. I wear a gold or silver band. That is all. Not a diamond or stone person and don't want more drama.

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CAMOGIRL — Tue, 02 Feb 2016 15:39:05 GMT

Look up James Avery Jewelry. They are based here in Texas - in Kerrville.

They have a nice selection of wedding bands in silver or 14k gold. Nice. Simple. Good craftsmanship too.

My husband and I actually had matching bands from there for several years... I moved on to diamonds, but - he still wears the same band.

Hope this helps. You. You may find something to your liking there....

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Q4u — Tue, 02 Feb 2016 15:46:28 GMT

I wear a band from the Black Hills and have to say that it has held up beautifully and looks as beautiful today as when I purchased it.... my ring is J109844 but they have several gorgeous bands right on QVC.

http://www.qvc.com/CatalogSearch?langId=-1&storeId=10251&catalogId=10151&keyword=black+hills+band+ring

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Desertdi — Tue, 02 Feb 2016 17:01:55 GMT

What about replacing the stone with your or your husband's birthstone?

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dancingwoman — Tue, 02 Feb 2016 17:58:05 GMT

@Q4u wrote:
I wear a band from the Black Hills and have to say that it has held up beautifully and looks as beautiful today as when I purchased it.... my ring is J109844 but they have several gorgeous bands right on QVC.

http://www.qvc.com/CatalogSearch?langId=-1&storeId=10251&catalogId=10151&keyword=black+hills+band+ring

I wear the first ring in the link..Black Hills Gold bold textured band ring...as my wedding band...I love it and never take it off...it has worn wonderfully...I garden and do lots of work with my hands and it looks great...I was wearing the silver version of J109844..Don't know if Q still sells it..it wore wonderfully too but I wanted to change out...DW

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Another new name Sue — Tue, 02 Feb 2016 19:48:01 GMT

Q4u. Thank you. That is pretty.

How long have you been wearing it?

Does it tarnish?

Did you get your regular size?

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Q4u — Tue, 02 Feb 2016 21:19:31 GMT

@dancingwoman wrote:
@Q4u wrote:
I wear a band from the Black Hills and have to say that it has held up beautifully and looks as beautiful today as when I purchased it.... my ring is J109844 but they have several gorgeous bands right on QVC.

http://www.qvc.com/CatalogSearch?langId=-1&storeId=10251&catalogId=10151&keyword=black+hills+band+ring
I wear the first ring in the link..Black Hills Gold bold textured band ring...as my wedding band...I love it and never take it off...it has worn wonderfully...I garden and do lots of work with my hands and it looks great...I was wearing the silver version of J109844..Don't know if Q still sells it..it wore wonderfully too but I wanted to change out...DW

DH is from North Dakota and we "adopted" South Dakota's Black Hills gold as "ours"... I love it, love all of it... my only regret was not buying the Helenite Ring (on QVC, in green) before the prices went way up.... should have~! We've purchased newer pieces (two years ago) and although the prices have gone up, the quality seems to be as great as it always has been.

Re: Wedding ring substitute

Q4u — Tue, 02 Feb 2016 21:21:36 GMT

@Another new name Sue wrote:
Q4u. Thank you. That is pretty.

How long have you been wearing it?

Does it tarnish?

Did you get your regular size?

I got my regular size and it fits beautifully and have been wearing this version about 20 years (prior to that I was wearing my grandmother's rose gold ring in 18k which started to wear because it was s soft)....

Re: Wedding ring substitute

faeriemoon — Tue, 02 Feb 2016 22:34:15 GMT

I'm not sure how happy you're going to be with the weight of either of those rings. I have a feeling they are going to be very lightweight.

To answer your question, I like the second one better, but can see how you might not want to wear it all the time because of the "gunk getting stuck in the crevasses" factor.

Do you definitely want gold? You can get something pretty hefty in silver for that same price.

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debcakes — Wed, 03 Feb 2016 00:50:52 GMT

I like them both, but prefer the first. If I had to wear a ring everyday, I would want a simple one that would not catch on clothing or scratch things.

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stevieb — Wed, 03 Feb 2016 00:56:37 GMT

Simple bands can be lovely, but I generally prefer them to be a bit on the thicker side. The thin ones, no matter how they're crafted, just seem not to stand out. Hence, of the two, I prefer the second.

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Another new name Sue — Wed, 03 Feb 2016 01:01:22 GMT

No, I'm not stuck on gold. I thought silver would tarnish and be troublesome, but maybe not?

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faeriemoon — Wed, 03 Feb 2016 01:09:20 GMT

Silver, when worn daily, is unlikely to tarnish because the constant rubbing against your skin, clothing, and anything it may come in contact with will keep the surface tarnish-free.

If you type "sterling silver band ring" into the search bar 577 items come up. You'll have to narrow your search to get rid of the ones that have gemstones, but you may find something you really like.

It's probably worth a look.

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faeriemoon — Wed, 03 Feb 2016 01:10:50 GMT

If you want something heavy and really worry-free, check out stainless steel band rings.

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Carmie — Thu, 04 Feb 2016 15:40:54 GMT

From personal experience, I can tell you that if you wear a ring embossed like the checkerboard ring, it will be a smooth ring in no time at all. All of the embossing will wear off.

My husband and I had beautiful heavy embossed rings, mine is like new because I don't wear it often, but his is smooth as silk with no embossing at all. We did have a jeweler engrave new embossing, but that too wore off.

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PinkyPetunia — Thu, 04 Feb 2016 15:50:33 GMT

I'd suggest staying with your original ring but replacing the stone with a CZ. Jewelers have cz stones on hand, I know mine did.

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esmeraldagooch — Thu, 04 Feb 2016 16:39:52 GMT

@Another new name Sue wrote:
Sadly, the diamond fell out of my wedding ring and has not been found. (Reminder to all: get your rings checked.) I do not wish to replace the diamond but would like a simple band to wear in its place. I've ordered these two linked here: (sorry, do not know how to post a pic)

Eternagold checkerboard http://www.qvc.com/EternaGold-Checkerboard-Pattern-Silk-Fit-Band-Ring,-14K-Gold.product.J315628.html?sc=J315628-SRCH&cm_sp=VIEWPOSITION-_-11-_-J315628&catentryImage=http://images.qvc.com/is/image/j/28/j315628.001?$uslarge$

Eternagold polished and rope band ring http://www.qvc.com/EternaGold-Polished-&-Rope-Band-Ring-14K-Gold.product.J323065.html?sc=J323065-SRCH&cm_sp=VIEWPOSITION-_-12-_-J323065&catentryImage=http://images.qvc.com/is/image/j/65/j323065.001?$uslarge$

I would appreciate any thoughts about these rings or suggestions for others here or elsewhere. My mother always wore a plain gold band, but I'd like something with a little design. I need a durable ring since it will be worn all the time. Thank you.

Unless you wear a size 5 the second ring won't work.

A cz or moissanite could be installed in your wedding set and no one would know any difference, except you.

I was looking at stainless bands here on the QVC website for a work wedding ring. $22.00 seems like a great price.