In the vast majority of legal jurisdictions, an engagement ring is legally classified as a conditional gift given in contemplation of marriage. If the wedding does not occur and the engagement is broken off, legal ownership depends on who chose to terminate the relationship, governed by state or provincial gift laws. In many regions, if the recipient breaks off the engagement, they are legally required to return the ring to the giver, whereas if the giver calls off the wedding, the recipient may be permitted to keep the ring.
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