Would u accept a turquoise & diamond engagement ring in place for the huge diamond if it had special meaning?

I respect tradition but do not feel it’s necessary to get a huge, expensive diamond ring to show my affection. Especially with the controversy diamonds have had surrounding them (blood diamonds). And although blood diamonds are not as circulated, the idea of valuing a rock so highly doesn’t settle right with me. Soo, I want to get my girlfriend a ring with diamonds in respect of tradition but instead of the big diamond center stone, make it a turquoise stone. Why turquoise? Because it is a symbol of prosperity which ties in well in the idea of marriage. Also because it has a high cultural significance to me (as an American Indian Dine), and its healing properties, especially when given as a gift. Sooo, Ladies my longer question to you is if you would accept a ring as I’ve described in place of a huge diamond if it had special meaning. Would you still be proud of it?

My first engagement “ring” was a coke tab ! I still have it tucked away after almost 30 years. If she loves you she will also love your choice of ring, I think your idea is very sweet !

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