The new band can be made from a design that incorporates the original ring’s gemstone(s) or metal or both. When this is the reason for the upgrade, one of the most popular options is to recreate a new wedding band with elements of the original band. Jewelry, like most anything else, can suffer from wear and tear or damage. The band is worn down or missing gemstones.
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Still others receive an heirloom wedding ring and love the idea of receiving heirloom jewelry, but want it upgraded to have a more modern look. While this is actually a replacement and not just an upgrade, many people also use the opportunity to get a wedding band that they feel better reflects their personal style. When this custom is honored, the new bride or groom is given an heirloom wedding ring, which sometimes means that the person who was wearing the ring then needs to replace his or her ring. The practice of passing on heirloom jewelry as a wedding ring is another reason that couples decide to upgrade their wedding bands. To replace a wedding ring that is being passed on as a family heirloom.
