Vintage style engagement rings are a unique and beautiful alternative to a new ring. The tradition of giving separate rings for the engagement and the marriage started in Victorian England. The first DeBeers diamond minds in the late 1800s helped increase the popularity of engagement rings.

The earliest diamonds were not nearly as brilliant as todayís rings. The first mine cut diamonds were not very clear. This improved in the early 20th century with the European cut diamonds. These are often found in rings from the Art Deco period. Diamond cutting continued to improve and evolve into the brilliant cut that is still used today.

Vintage design & style engagement ring

This is a vintage design & style engagement ring setting for an oval diamond with 86 round diamonds 0.70 total carat weight, pav-set on three sides of the 14 karat white gold antique band and around the oval head. Available in platinum and 14 karat yellow gold.

Larger stones are found in Victorian rings. While these diamonds donít have the clarity of newer rings, the stone is generally larger. Rings became smaller throughout the early 1900s and into the Great Depression. Overall, the quality of the diamond affects the price. Clarity isnít as important in antique rings as it is in new ones. The value depends more on the demand for specific rings.

The most popular vintage rings are from the Victorian Era through the 1940s. Distinct styles, settings and stones can be seen in rings from each period. Victorian rings are generally yellow or rose colored gold. The stone can be a diamond, but pearls were just as common in this time period. Edwardian rings have a filigree design in the rings. Some may have Jewish or Christian designs in the filigree.

Art Deco rings of the 1920s are generally platinum, white gold or silver. Bezel settings are common in these rings. The setting makes the smaller diamond appear larger. Rings became smaller and less ornate in the 1930s and 1940s. Platinum became less common during the war years and yellow or white gold was commonly used in rings. Carvings on the shank and settings helped make the center stone appear larger.

18k created 7.5mm round blue sapphire engagement ring with diamond halo

18k created 7.5mm round blue sapphire engagement ring with diamond halo

A diamond studded band and halo of natural diamonds surround a brilliant gem quality 7.5mm round Chatham lab grown color #3 blue sapphire center stone in this exquisite engagement ring. The ring features 172 G-H color SI1-SI2 clarity natural diamond accents weighing .50 cttw. The shank is 2.5mm wide with a 4mm high gallery with front/back open design and 9mm diameter halo. This engagement ring matches wedding band KI-117095-W, sold separately.

Our eco-friendly Chatham-created synthetic color #3 blue sapphires are real sapphires with the same chemical, physical and optical properties as their natural counterparts. Gem quality means there are no inclusions visible to the naked eye. We offer our blue sapphires in four different hues. Be sure you are ordering the correct hue number you would like in your ring. Your color #3 blue sapphire comes with a genuine Chatham Certificate of Authenticity.

Our selection of gorgeous wedding rings allows you to customize your engagement ring to perfectly match your personality. You'll get an exceptionally gorgeous engagement ring at a fabulous price. Our premium quality Precise White finish ensures your white gold ring will remain bright white for years to come.

18k created 7.5mm round blue sapphire engagement ring with diamond halo