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Wondering how much to spend on an engagement ring in 2026? Learn what modern couples actually spend, how to maximize your budget, and how Stampar Jewelers helps you find the perfect ring.

Before diving into the pros and cons, it helps to clear up the biggest misconception right out of the gate. The Physics: Lab-grown diamonds are not fake. They are optically, chemically, and physically identical to natural diamonds. They are made of pure carbon structured in a crystal lattice, boasting the exact same score of 10 […]

When preparing for your wedding day, the age-old tradition of carrying “something old, something new” often centers around family heirlooms. However, a beautiful piece of jewelry doesn’t have to stay hidden in a velvet box just because its aesthetic belongs to a different era. At Stampar Jewelers, we believe that the most profound wedding jewelry […]

Discover the Beauty of Sapphire Jewelry at Stampar Jewelers For generations, sapphire gemstones have captivated jewelry lovers with their extraordinary color, durability, and timeless elegance. Whether you’re searching for a sapphire engagement ring, a custom sapphire necklace, a pair of sapphire earrings, or a one-of-a-kind heirloom piece, sapphire jewelry offers a sophisticated alternative to traditional […]

There you are—you’ve finally decided to pop the question. All that’s left is to purchase the perfect ring and plan your proposal. You might have thought committing to the relationship was the hard part. But then, you step into a jewelry store, look at the showcases, and realize just how many choices you have. The […]

Great proposals are all about the two people getting engaged. What is amazing for one couple is simply not going to work for the other. While it is possible to go over the top with just about any proposal, it is always better if it means something and relates to the history of the couple. […]

AUGUST BIRTHSTONE COLOR It is sometimes called the evening emerald for its light green color. It was once believed that the green peridot crystals found in volcanic ashes were the tears of the volcano goddess, Pele. BIRTHSTONE FACTS & FOLKLORE Peridot has been found in volcanic lava in Hawaii and in meteorites that have fallen […]

We’ve all heard the phrase “the more, the merrier.” The same can be said about the newest trend in wedding jewelry: stackable wedding rings. You can upgrade the way you showcase your engagement and wedding rings with this fashionable and meaningful trend. THE NEWEST TREND? Stackable Rings While this trend may seem new to many of […]