Guest post by Olivia Rodrigo
Your engagement ring is the first thing that needs a quick makeover when roses are no more red, and neither is the sky blue, for the relationship has crumbled, and you no longer love hues! Go through this article on what should be done with the old wedding rings after divorce.
What are the Tips on Handling Old Wedding Rings after Divorce?
The following list will help you in picking up ideas of how you should deal with the old wedding rings once the relationship has fallen apart.
Redesign the Wedding Rings
What is the harm in redesign your engagement ring and putting it to better use? Whether it is reshaping it in the form of a pendant or bracelet or buying a pair of studs that match the newly formed diamond pendant, you can be as experimental as you want in changing the aesthetics of the ring so that it no longer reminds you of something that was a symbol of commitment and love.
Sell It
You will need money to keep the show running after divorce and if you need cash, then sell it so that you settle the legal bills or use the money for meeting expenses etc. Selling the ring is a tried and tested method of parting with the memories associated with your relationship.
If you decide to sell your engagement ring, then consider the following factors that will help you in arriving at the approximate worth of the ring:
- Brand: Branded engagement rings like Cartier carry a high value in comparison to those brought from the local jewelry stores.
- Quality of Diamonds: The 4 Cs(cut, clarity, color and carat) have a significant role in deciding the real worth of the ring. Visit the diamond expert who can give you the right amount for the ring you have.
- Condition of the Ring: If the ring is in good condition with no wear and tear, you can expect a good value otherwise you might have to settle for anything that is offered.
- Market Conditions: if the ring is classic and high in demand, you can make a good fortune by selling it.
Give it back
No wonder the relationship has ended, but the ring officially came from the family of your ex-spouse. So there is no harm in returning it to the real owner of the ring. It requires courage to do so, and if you are bold enough, go ahead and return it generously.
Donate it
Yet another fruitful way of parting with the old wedding ring after divorce is to donate it to any charitable organization that needs money.
If this is somewhat discomforting, you can give it to a friend who has been delaying his/her wedding because of the exorbitant cost of engagement rings. In such a case, both the parties will be in a win-win deal.
Throw it out
Can you throw the ring out of the window or flush it or probably leave it in the park? If this way of parting gives you some solace, then go ahead and throw the ring down the drain so that with it recede the memories too.
Get it Framed
Memories remain with you even when the relationship and its charm have faded away. What you can do with your engagement ring after divorce is to get it framed and keep it in a box as a memory that you might not like to part with.
Treasure Hunt
How about burying the engagement ring in the soil and marking it, and then organizing a treasure hunt? An interesting idea, isn’t it? It is an easy method of saying bye-bye forever to the symbol of your estranged relationship.
Bury it
Lay the engagement ring to rest by ordering an engagement ring coffin in which you will place it, and then you can probably bury it so that it becomes easy for you to move on in life.
Conclusion
Life takes an unexpected turn when divorce happens, and you feel in the middle of nowhere. In such a situation, parting with your once cherished possessions is a step to move on in life. Once the tears have shed and you are in a comfortable state of mind to start afresh, think about a creative and constructive alternative for your old wedding ring.
We have numerous interesting ideas that will impart a new look to your old wedding ring so that the old memories don’t haunt you and at the same time you get a new piece of jewelry that you can wear easily. We will offer you a pain-free service for the ring that no longer has an emotional value attached to it. Schedule an appointment whenever you are comfortable, and we will devise a suitable plan of action.