Vintage Engagement Rings | GS Diamonds
Vintage Engagement Rings – Your FAQs Answered
What is a vintage engagement ring?
Vintage engagement rings are pieces that are designed in an older style or a ring that was made during an older time, such as the 1920s. Vintage rings are higher in value and considered collectables or antiques.
Compared to modern rings, they may have more intricate designs, smaller diamonds, or finer bands. Many vintage inspired engagement rings will also use a wider range of gems – including sapphire, ruby, or emerald diamonds.
Here at GS Diamonds, we provide a range of vintage-inspired diamond rings. We want to provide a wide variety of timeless, classic pieces without compromising on quality. As such, if you have a vintage ring design in mind, we can custom-create a piece to match with our high quality diamonds and metals.
What is the difference between vintage and modern style rings?
There are a few distinct differences when you’re comparing a vintage ring, and a more contemporary cut. The main difference between vintage and modern style rings include:
- The style: A ring made in the 1920s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s, and 80s often looks highly different from a modern ring. Modern rings look simpler, while vintage rings have many features, such as filigree, engravings, and precious stones.
- Metals: Vintage rings are mainly only made of gold or platinum. In recent decades, engagement rings have evolved to be made with platinum, white gold, yellow gold or rose gold. These metals are all available in GS Diamonds engagement ring collection.
What kind of cuts are most common in vintage designs?
When you’re browsing vintage engagement rings, you’ll often feel a sense of nostalgia in the floral designs, dainty cuts, and halo engagement rings that provide a very art-deco feel. The most common cuts for vintage style engagement rings include marquise, halo, and round diamonds.