What should you know before buying an Antique Diamond Wedding Band?

An antique diamond wedding band is made to look old-fashioned, like those from the Victorian or Art Deco eras. Most diamond merchants provide a selection of vintage-style engagement rings like this rose gold diamond ring from James Allen. Many vintage engagement rings are at least 50 years old, making them true antiques. Genuine antique rings are frequently recycled, handed down through families, or purchased and resold by diamond brokers.

Generally speaking, milgrain or filigree details are common in antique engagement rings. An exquisite example of an antique-style halo engagement ring is this gorgeous Antique Wedding Band, Art Deco Diamond Band, Handmade Eternity, or Stacking Band from the Vintage Times.

An antique or vintage engagement ring setting is what?

A vintage engagement ring has an antique design, such as one that was created using Victorian, Edwardian, or Art Deco design elements. Milgrain and filigree, two exquisite details are seen in vintage settings, are frequently used.

There are numerous varieties of vintage engagement ring settings, giving you a wide range of design options. Look through the most popular vintage engagement ring styles below to pick one that complements your taste.

 

• Vintage Art Deco engagement rings

The 1920s and 1930s saw a lot of Art Deco architecture. The aesthetic features geometric patterns, abstract motifs, and striking color combinations. This Vintage Times ring with Art Deco influences presents two prongs and elaborate artistry. Vintage Times six-prong ring with its tapering form has a polished Art Deco aesthetic.

Why Choose an Engagement Ring in the Vintage Style?

Due to their unconventional design, elaborate detailing, and timeless appearance, antique-style engagement rings are striking. A vintage engagement ring is highly prized and frequently passed down through the generations because it is a timeless jewelry item.

Vintage engagement rings can be customized to the wearer's precise preferences and style. In a nutshell, they are distinctive from the crowd.

What to Know About Buying Real Vintage and Antique Settings?

A genuine vintage ring that is at least a few decades old might be something you're interested in buying. Even though these rings may be magnificent and one-of-a-kind with a distinct history, purchasing an older one is a dangerous move. Here's why.

First, genuine antique rings rarely include a GIA or AGS certificate, so you have no solid assurance about the diamond's quality. The seller may claim that it has an Excellent Cut, G Color, and VS2 Clarity, but they frequently lack the means to back up their claims.

Second, it can be difficult to comprehend the environment's true state. Is the diamond being held firmly? Will it become worse with time? Again, it's difficult to determine the quality you're receiving without documentation of the materials used and who created the ring.

Thirdly, an authentic vintage ring might not offer you the best value in terms of price. When the setting is truly constructed of 14K gold, are you paying for 18K gold? Are you only paying for the item's 40-year-old age? Uncertainties with a genuine antique ring are undoubtedly present.

Where can you buy this?

See our antique diamond wedding band and Eternity bands categories for styles of engagement rings. Each stone in the ring symbolizes a stage of your relationship. Although vintage platinum rings are available on our website, vintage diamond rings are our specialty. You are welcome to come by our Rozelle studio in person. Finding the ideal piece of vintage jewelry is something Vintage Times would love to help you with.