> Guys aren't the ones wearing the ring everywhere!
I believe that the bride-only thing is US-only, or (maybe) limited maybe limited to ex-british regions, but it's definitely not universal, and definitely not a thing in latinamerica (diamonds aren't a thing here either) or a great deal of europe.
In Hong Kong, both the husband and the wife wear a ring. My mother lost hers, my dad is still wearing his. My wife lost hers, I'm still wearing mine. XD
It's pretty much the same in France, although social pressure has eased on that as of late.
Usually the only jewel men wear is their wedding band.
Also most guys wouldn't care in the least about rings (unless you know it has bluetooth or zigbee or something).
Agree grandparent comment truly made me understand the woman's side of thing. It's easy for men to dismiss them as being irrational.
I am glad that diamond engagements aren't a thing in India. (Although in place of it we have a ton of other retarded customs). Gold is pretty much the standard here - which is actually quite practical. It makes a good liquid asset, holds its value, stays as an insurance and safety during hard times.
This is a great description that captures the social pressure aspect quite well. Guys aren't the ones wearing the ring everywhere!