Truthfully, it depends on your budget. While the long-standing three-month-salary rule has been debunked, buyers should still carefully consider what a comfortable cost for their wedding ring is – we don’t suggest starting your marriage with an out-of-budget design. The average wedding ring costs between $800 to $2,000: keep that in mind as you start your search. If you are considering price as well as who traditionally buys a man’s wedding ring, know that these days it’s typical for partners to purchase each other’s wedding rings – they're the first gift you’ll give to your new spouse.