| Diamonds remain to be one of the most sought-after | | | | endless loves. It brings ardent hope of lasting bond for |
| possessions for they represent perfection, beauty, | | | | the would-be couple. |
| power, and wealth. Among all gemstones, a diamond is | | | | Any ring over 50 years of existence is an antique. |
| considered the most suitable particularly in | | | | Antique rings are often lavishly designed. They have |
| engagements. | | | | distinctly varied designs, including Victorian, Edwardian, |
| An engagement ring is a piece of jewelry worn with | | | | and Art-Deco, to name a few. It could even be said |
| much value. Engagement rings oftentimes lead to a | | | | that no two antique rings are ever the same, as none |
| wonderful union between two lives. History affirms that | | | | of them could ever have identical cuts. |
| engagement rings came about in 1215 when Pope | | | | Antique rings unlike the new fashioned rings, made out |
| Innocent III declared an interlude for marriages. In those | | | | of state of the art technology, are not perfectly cut |
| times, as promise from the man that he would not | | | | but this very imperfection adds even more to the |
| abandon his woman during the waiting period, a simple | | | | ingenuity and uniqueness of each piece. |
| metal band was given to the woman. | | | | Though rare, you can still get hold of antique diamond |
| These bands were later enhanced and accentuated | | | | engagement rings if you are clever and patient enough |
| with gemstones and eventually came to be known as | | | | to search for it. Here are some suggestions: |
| engagement rings. | | | | You can first rummage your mother's jewelry box, |
| Today, modern technology provides for wide varieties | | | | who knows what prized possession you might find in |
| of diamond rings, perfectly cut and ornamented. Yet | | | | there. You can go to a certified and trusted jeweler |
| despite the boom of contemporary designs made of | | | | who may guide you in your quest. You can go to a |
| famous brands, many couples still prefer heirloom or | | | | pawnshop or visit an antique/vintage store. You can |
| antique engagement ring. | | | | attend estate sales where you can find estate rings; |
| An antique diamond ring has its unique charm that | | | | these are newer rings, not yet antique, but are on their |
| cannot be found in mass marketed jewelries. Passed | | | | way to becoming so. |
| from generation to generation, antique diamond | | | | And of course, use the internet to get quick access |
| engagement rings bear witness to unconditional, | | | | about these timeless masterpieces. |