if you are thinking of buying this ring and are balking at the extravagant look or price...balk no longer! it's the best purchase we've made all year! it was 100% worth it, and i am glad i forewent the host of other engagement ring options to purchase this! i get countless comments on it and my only complaint is that it didn't come in more sizes. i wear it as i should on my wedding ring finger, and it's much too large. therefore, i have to wear a companion band to keep it in place. but oh well...small price to pay for something so lovely! it's not every day you see an engagement ring that looks like this! however, regardless of the reason for purchasing it (for you, or as a partnership), get it if you love it!!!!! every time i look at it i feel more powerful. there's something magical about peridot, i think!