When shopping for an antique engagement ring, there are certain things of which a buyer needs to be aware in order to get an authentically antique ring. In order to be considered 'antique,' a ring needs to be over fifty years old. Anything under fifty years is considered 'vintage' and can vary in age from forty-nine years old to only one!
The best places to look for authentic antique engagement rings are jewelers and specialists in the field, even though you can also find great pieces... Read Full Story
Antique engagement ring sets are harder to find than antique engagement rings in isolation. An engagement ring set is one that you buy that includes both the engagement ring as well as the wedding ring. Also, some sets may be soldered together which eliminates their viability for use since it is difficult to separate the pieces again without damage to one piece of the set.
Pros to Buying a Set
When buying an antique engagement ring it is a purchase of a unique product, of which you will... Read Full Story
By Reviewer On November 14, 2008
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Antique Engagement Ring Designs
When choosing an engagement ring, it is important to think about the type of jewelry the bride-to-be normally wears, since this piece of jewelry will be one that she wears every day with every outfit she owns. If you both have already decided to go with an antique engagement ring design, then it is important to gauge what time period would be best to look in, depending on the bride-to-be’s tastes.
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The engagement ring setting that you choose for your ring is extremely important. The engagement ring setting that you choose will protect your gemstone and influences the way your ring looks on your finger. The wrong engagement ring setting can overwhelm your fingers look out of proportion on your hand.
Depending on your lifestyle you may also need to choose a certain type of setting. Different settings are also more suitable for different types of stones and cuttings. The best way to... Read Full Story
One of the more popular periods for jewelry was between 1900 and 1920 when the oxyacetylene torch was first used to make intricate designs on the metal setting. Its use with platinum bands and a variety of stones helped some of the most intricate Edwardian antique engagement rings remain popular, even today.
In today’s jewelry, diamonds are the most popular, but they were not always high on the list for rings, and jade, opal and pearls were often in the Edwardian antique engagement rings... Read Full Story
