Looking for the perfect engagement ring? There are hundreds of styles, and more than enough options available to suit any prospective bride. Some of the most popular and timeless choices in rings include diamond, moissanite, colored gemstone, and antique engagement rings.
Diamond Engagement Rings
Diamonds are the classic stone for wedding rings, and it's impossible to underestimate the beauty of a truly impressive diamond ring – or the amount of money that changes hands in the sale of diamonds. Diamond engagement rings have a "wow" factor that other gemstones and rings, however, beautiful, can't begin to imitate. Diamonds are available in cushion cut, emerald cut, or brilliant cuts that bring out the fire in the stone.
Ruby, Emerald, or Moissanite Gemstone Engagement Rings
They may not be as tried and true as diamonds, but colored gemstones are increasingly popular in engagement and wedding jewelry. Gemstones like ruby, emerald, sapphire are available in a variety of shades of their distinct colors, while moissanite is an inexpensive but almost identical copy of a diamond.
- Ruby – This red gemstone is a symbol of love, devotion, and passion. Rubies are said to bring empowerment, courage, wealth and good luck to the wearer.
- Emerald – The vivid green emerald is a sign of spring, renewal, hope and luck. The Greek goddess Venus, with her gifts of love and beauty, is connected with this stone, making the emerald a classic stone for engagement rings.
- Sapphire – The deep blue sapphire is a symbol of trust, majesty, and wisdom. It was worn by many historical rulers and is said to inspire mutual love and constancy, making sapphire engagement rings a popular choice.
- Moissanite – Moissanite is a synthetic stone made from silicon carbide, a rare mineral with a sparkle and hardness to rival that of a diamond. Moissanite engagement rings can't be told apart from the real thing except by a trained expert gemologist.
Vintage or Antique Engagement Rings
Vintage jewelry is all the rage, and antique engagement rings are priceless. Modern jewelers are creating new lines that mimic the vintage ring designs in dazzling style.
These classic rings, usually displaying old diamond cuts like the old mine cut, old European cut, cushion cut, rose cut, or Asscher cut, show off the fire and beauty of the gemstone with an antique elegance and class.
Unusual Engagement Ring Designs
Still looking for more? Seeking something fresh and creative? Check out more information on unique engagement ring designs.
Reference
- Wickell, Carly, "Antique Diamond Cuts," About.com, 2009.
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