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Giving the ring back - Settle a debate?

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ChicJoker · 22/01/2026 13:44

Hypothetical, debating a friend. If a couple are engaged and then breakup, should the ring be given back? Does the value of the ring influence your decision?

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Glasskey · 22/01/2026 13:46

Unless its a family heirloom then no, it was a gift.

ItsAMoooPoint · 22/01/2026 13:46

If I were to get divorced, I'd keep my rings as we have children together so there is no option of pretending the past never happened. The value of the ring is irrelevant in my case as I'd be keeping it for my kids' sake, not selling it.

Reassurancells · 22/01/2026 13:45

Morally yes. Legally you don’t have to in the U.K. I don’t think

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