Vintage and Old Style Engagement Rings

Antique jewelry has always been a pleasure to own. Particularly those who admire art and ancient designs cherish this type of jewelry including antique engagement rings and wedding bands. Although genuine antique engagement rings are hard to locate nowadays, many designers are now producing replicas of popular designs of well-known eras like the Edwardian era and the Victorian era. In addition to these, Art Deco, Estate, and Vintage rings are also admired all over the world because of their charm and exquisiteness. Replica antique rings are not very costly and they are available on the internet for purchase.

Some of the designs of the Victorian era are still popular but now yellow gold has been replaced with platinum and white gold. However, many people across the globe still prefer yellow gold jewelry because in some cultures it is a tradition to wear yellow gold jewelry on weddings. Diamond cuts have also evolved over the years but the beauty and brilliance of old mine cut used in Victorian rings is still appreciated. In some antique rings white gold is used in the making of the crown head, which adds to the magnificence of such a ring. Victorian rings are elegant and classy. They are easy to maintain and very comfortable to wear.

Replica Edwardian engagement rings are somewhat similar but they usually contain a center round brilliant cut diamond set in a six-prong setting. A natural antiqued look is given to these rings and mostly 14k white gold is used in their making. Such a priceless ring can be bought for somewhere around $4000 - $5000. Art Deco rings feature old European cut diamonds set in platinum. Geometric designs are used to complement the look with small diamonds to accentuate the beauty of these rings. Art Deco rings can be found in the original vintage category and they are a bit pricier than Victorian and Edwardian style rings.

Estate diamond rings for engagements are inexpensive and gorgeous. Rare diamond cuts like marquis are featured in these types of rings set in 18k yellow gold. Platinum is also used in some of these rings with a square-cut center diamond. Estate rings can be bought for as low as $400, which is quite reasonable. However, expensive rings are also available in this category ranging in price from $1500 to $3000 and even more. Wedding bands in the Estate category are quite attractive and beautiful and they are available in the same price range.

Art Deco 1930’s engagement rings are worth seeing. The good thing about this category is that it lists affordable rings in beautiful designs. The center diamond is accentuated with small round-cut diamonds in an overall geometric pattern. If you like gemstone rings, you will find lovely blue and violet sapphire and diamond rings in the Victorian category. These rings are also quite affordable with a crossover ring priced at $1500. Art Deco filigree diamond rings are available for $800 apiece. You can also find gold-plated and gold-filled jewelry in the category of antique rings, which is even more reasonably priced.

If you have a budget of $1000 to $6000, you can easily find a precious and beautiful antique ring for your beloved. Replica Art Deco and Edwardian style rings are affordable as compared to designer diamond rings, which are available for $10,000 and more. The good thing about antique rings is that they are composed of rare diamond shapes like marquis, cushion, and square cut. Moreover, they come in unique and mesmerizing designs. Some rings are given an overall antique appearance, which looks quite attractive. These rings are priceless and something you will treasure for a long time to come.