While shopping around for a wedding band for my fiance, I had seen what looked like the twin of this ring at 2 jewelers. One store was selling this for 200 dollars the other for 250. I was a bit apprehensive at purchsing this ring for my intended but he trusted my judgement and told me whatever band I chose to make sure it was sturdy because he is rough on jewelry. His job is very labor intensive and he worried about marring or breaking a ring. The ring arrived looking GORGEOUS...much prettier than the picture. My hubby was thrilled with the look and the feel. Almost 8 months later there are no scratches or marks and is proudly displayed by my hubby to friends and family.