The Most Popular Vintage Engagement Rings for 2011
Recently, rings and other pieces of jewelry hailing from the previous two centuries have become immensely popular. This is linked to the original designs that appear on vintage engagement rings as well as the symbolism associated with such jewelry, such as the relative simplicity of those past eras. For those who would like to continue using these pieces of jewelry, here is a list of the most vintage engagement rings expected to be popular in 2011.
The vintage engagement ring that looks to be most popular is the royal engagement ring originally worn by Princess Diana that was used by Prince William in his proposal. This ring, which violates the DeBeers law of using diamonds, features a sapphire as the center stone and uses diamonds as accents along the circumference. There are already numerous imitations on the market and it looks to be popular for the remainder of 2011. This engagement ring can easily be matched with diamond or sapphire stud earrings.
The next most popular vintage engagement rings are full of diamonds but most prominently feature numerous floral patterns in them. These rings, which are typically from the Edwardian period or are made to echo that style, can be easily matched to diamond earrings such as stud earrings or drop earrings. Some of the most popular rings are made of white gold or platinum, although yellow gold is equally popular. The diamonds on these vintage engagement rings are usually round brilliants.
Vintage rings that are packed with diamonds are also quite popular. These rings typically have a massive center stone typically in a less known cut, such as the Asscher and Cushion cuts that are commonly associated with vintage jewelry. These vintage engagement rings typically come from the Art Deco era, since those stones can be used in conjunction with complex geometric designs that historically were popular during that era. Like other vintage rings, stud earrings featuring a precious gemstone or diamond will match these rings.
Another vintage engagement ring that will be enhanced by stud earrings is a ring and will be popular in 2011 is one that totally eschews the diamond and uses gemstones instead. With the current economic environment, more couples are opting for more affordable gemstones in lieu of diamonds. As a result, engagement rings that use sapphires, emeralds and rubies as well as less valuable stones such as garnets and peridots have become the rage for2011.
Cocktail rings have also become popular engagement rings and will be popular in 2011 as engagement rings. While less easily matched to stud earrings because of their massive size, these rings that feature numerous gemstones that generally create some kind of geometric or floral pattern, echoing the styles in the Art Deco and Edwardian eras.
Ian Lorre is a vintage engagement ring and stud earrings expert who has been in the wedding jewelry industry for the last 14 years.
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