A durable, everyday ring (like a 2mm+ band) is often better than a "show piece" that might be too fragile, as discussed by Reddit users .
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For a larger, high-quality stone on a lower budget, lab-grown diamonds or alternatives like moissanite offer more sparkle for the price, according to these Reddit comments and Quora advice . A durable, everyday ring (like a 2mm+ band)