Antique Style Wedding Rings 

Selecting a wedding ring can be an overwhelming task when staring at the many beautiful rings a jeweler has to offer. It can be easier if a couple decides ahead of time what type of rings they would like to consider, such as antique style wedding rings. These timeless and classic rings are beautifully made to appear as if they have lasted forever. There are particular features that are inherent to antique style rings which can help a couple when trying to describe exactly what they are looking for in an engagement ring or wedding bands.  

Women’s Engagement Rings and Wedding Bands 

Antique style wedding rings tend to have ornate settings around simple stones. The ring itself tends to be laced with scroll work or intricate design work that is often related to floral blossoms or leaves. Fan designs or scallops are also popular. Simple geometric designs etched in to the band are also typical of antique engagement rings. The stones of engagement rings typically are square princess cut white diamonds or round solitaires. Antique rings are also typically white gold or sterling silver rather than yellow gold.  

Weddings bands that have an antique style are typically very delicate. The bands usually are without any additional gemstones or very minor, small stones are used. The bands are often thin, with simple patterns that are frequently geometric, braided or etched florals. The subdued decorative nature of an antique style wedding band is likely due to the much more ornamental engagement rings.  

Men’s Wedding Bands 

When looking for an antique men’s wedding band, the more authentic versions will be in yellow gold. However, if you would prefer white gold or silver, jewelers typically have similar rings available in multiple different types of metals. Men’s antique wedding bands are often more intricate than a women’s wedding band, with woven patterns and geometric shapes. Diamonds are frequently incorporated as well, usually a solitaire or multiple smaller diamonds used throughout the decorative pattern of the wedding band’s design. A mixed use of metals is also consistent with antique styling, such as a band of silver with small bands of yellow gold lining the top and bottom of the ring.   

Real Antiques Or New Antiques                        

If a couple is interested in antique styled rings, choosing an authentic ring that is approximately 100 years old is the only true antique. Selecting a modern made ring that is in antique style may be more cost efficient for a couple. It is likely to also be the best opportunity for finding matching bands for the bride and the groom if that is a preference.  

Selecting an engagement ring or wedding bands can be difficult with so many unique and beautiful rings to choose from. It will be important to consider the personal taste of the bride and whether she is more classic and traditional or more modern when choosing an engagement ring. One of the primary benefits of antique styled rings is their timeless features, that will look great now and fifty years from now. A ring can be antique and still be customized by adding a non-diamond colored gemstone. Another customization option would involve engraving the bands to commemorate your wedding day.