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Hi there - Im not too sure where to post this question as it is a little unusual, but I'm sure r/dating_advice would be a good place to start.

My question is about when is an appropriate time to give a sentimental piece of jewellery to the girl you love. 

When I was nine my mother passed away leaving me a ring with a note saying:

"I leave you this ring, which is yours to give the special lady in your life one day. Choose wisely, my love as I know you will." 

I have been in a relationship with a partner for about a year (not a huge time but not an unsubstantial time either) we are both quite young (24) and neither of us want to settle down just yet.

Now I am little confused. I'm not sure if my mother intended me to give this ring as like an engagement ring or simply as a ring to someone who means a great deal to me and I can see myself being involved with them for a very long period of time. Frankly, while I love my mother immensely, I do not want my engagement to be based on her memory. I would like that to be a symbol of a relationship I have with the person I choose to get engaged with.

So basically what is your read on this issue reddit? When would you give someone you cared for a ring like this? When is it too early and do you think it really needs to be an engagement/wedding ring?

Any advice appreciated.
<bot>: Mother left me ring when she passed away. Unsure of what is an appropriate reason or length of relationship to give someone said ring. I have reservations about it being used an engagement ring.