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[Kwai_Chang_Kain]

Hi all, gonna pop the question to my gf and was wondering if anyone here can recommend a good place to buy a ring. Thanks and wish me luck!

[victorology]

[ttompatz]

If you just want a gold band (wedding ring) you can get them along jongno-ro (by the YWCA) close to Insadong.

If you want something with a diamond, GO TO HONG KONG.

The money you save on the ring will more than pay for your weekend get-a-way.

Cathay has discover HK 2 night packages (air/hotel/transfers) for under 500k won (STILL).

There is a 100% import tariff on precious gems when they come to Korea. Then you add the 10% VAT (sales tax).

The ring you buy in HK for US$1000 will cost you more than $2000 here.

A nice (albeit a bit small) diamond solitaire engagement ring (.4ct, V.V.S.1 grade, brilliant cut, white) with a white gold mount and band will run about $1000.

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[i_teach_esl]

oh ttom, always full of useful information. Will you marry me? <3

[forster_0]

I usually go to "gemflower" in Jongno for gemstone or gold jewellry, have only bought one diamond there.

[girlcabbie]

good luck!