Antique Engagement Ring Styles
Antique engagement rings are a very hot option in engagement rings nowadays. Not all the antique engagement rings are the same. Different era of time has distinctively varied styles: Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco.
Victorian Antique Engagement Rings (1835-1900)
When the great treasures were dug out from Egypt, Greece, and Asian countries by archeologists, Victorian jewelers were excited to see the elegant design and intricate craftsmanship. Due to its fascinating origins and exquisite craftsmanship, antique duplications were crazily admired and purchased by the Victorians. When queen Victoria come into reign, the styles of medieval Europe, ancient Rome and 18th century France also played a very important role in the developing of antique engagement rings. Victorian
rings were usually set in yellow and rose-gold with intricate designs. Especially famous was the ring Queen Victoria chose for herself: the design of a gold snake coiling about itself. With the advent of large diamond mines in South Africa, it was possible to put rows of diamonds on a setting with a special cut named as “mine cut”.
Edwardian Engagement Rings (1900-1920)
During this period of time, one invention that has significant influence on jewelry manufacturing was made- oxyacetylene torch. Immediately platinum became a trendy metal for making antique engagement rings with beautifully crafted lace, pierced shapes, ingraining, scrollwork and filigree detail on the mountings. Meanwhile, rose cut diamonds and sapphires were extremely welcomed during the Edwardian era.
Art Deco Engagement Rings (1920-1930)
Art Deco engagement rings were characterized by streamlined geometric look. They also reflected Egyptian, Asian, and native American influences from that period of time. These rings were often made of platinum featured colorful, contrasting gemstones as well as diamonds. Art Deco rings are currently the most popular antique engagement rings for newly engaged couples.
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