How much should I spend on an engagement ring? I don't have a traditional salary.?

Well the rule goes. You are supposed to spend 3 months salary on the engagment ring. however, that isn't always possible. And on the price, that depends on where you get it and how good the quality of diamond. If you go to a really expensive place, Tiffanys you could pay 50,000 for a 15,000 ring at Zales. If the diamond is perfect it will cost more than if the diamond is 'flawed'. I would say go to a jewlery store that is well known and buy a 1 carrot solitare in her choice of shapes. That way you wont be so stressed on how much to spend. You will know what you want and can get it, no matter the price. My husband bought me a 4000 dollar ring on a 35,000 a year salary. And I would have been just as happy with a 50 dollar one. good luck and congrats.