Antique engagement rings can be up to 50-100 years old and are most desired for their age, rarity, and uniqueness. Antique originally comes from Latin, meaning 'old'. The craftsmanship on an antique engagement ring is incredible. It is clear that each detail on one of these beauties is carefully attended to. There is no better option than an antique engagement ring when planning a marriage. It holds a uniqueness and charm that will only grow as the years go by. Most antique engagement rings you come across will be at least 50-100 years old and are also known as vintage engagement rings. These rings come from many different eras of history such as the Victorian, Edwardian, or art deco eras. Each era features something unique about the ring. For example, Edwardian antique engagement rings were made when the oxyacetylene torch was first invented, so most of these rings contain platinum. These rings should also contain sapphires and rose cut diamonds, as they were the popular gems of the day.

An Edwardian antique engagement ring would be perfect for your future spouse, which features amazing scroll work with piercing designs. The fine detail on an Edwardian ring makes every one unique. If your looking for something less striking and more elegant, you might want to look at Victorian antique engagement rings. These rings will usually use rose or yellow gold. Since the Victorian Age was during the industrial revolution, when diamond mines were first discovered, rings during this era usually featured rows of diamonds and an extra facet known as a mine cut.

Art deco antique engagement rings are incredibly popular, they mirror the fashion trends of the day and modernizes the look of the engagement ring. Art deco engagement rings emphasize on color and use contrasting gemstones to create a pleasing effect to the eye. If you are shopping for an antique engagement ring, make sure to carefully inspect it. Look at details such as the ring description, the age of the ring, and the condition and size of the ring. You should try to get these details in writing.

The 4 c's (Color, clarity, condition, and cut) are a great way to remember what you should look for when inspecting a ring's authenticity. Antique engagement rings can be found in jewelers, pawn shops, the internet, and antique stores. If this is your first time buying an antique engagement ring, it is recommended that you purchase the ring from a reputable seller or someone who specializes in this kind of jewelry. Antique engagement rings are a great way to express the love and affection you have for your partner. And if you are worried about the money, you should realize that the value of these rings will only increase over time.  So you are making a huge investment. If you don't wish to sell the ring, you can pass it down to the next generation of your family as a loving memory.