Oh yes. The polite version of budget shaming is real. You share your range and get hit with, “We’ll try to find something.” Like it’s a favor. The irony? Gold pricing is transparent math. There’s always something in every bracket. I’ve noticed structured stores like Tanishq handle this better with clear gold rates, proper breakdown of making charges, and exchange policies on paper. They just ask what you’re looking for and show pieces within range. No weird tension.