Recognizing this the experts at ross simons have sought out the finest vintage gemstone jewelry radiant relics of eras gone by.
Antique engagement rings colored stones.
We also collect rare victorian era georgian era and retro engagement rings.
For example because cutting techniques have evolved and gemstones may be lost or damaged over time the original gemstones may have been replaced.
Art deco engagement rings 1915 1930 s were hand crafted with mil grain symmetrical geometric and architectural designs and often contained colored stone accents.
Edwardian engagement rings 1901 1910 featured floral patterns in ornate platinum filigree.
Vintage and estate pieces may also be set with modern gemstones or a combination of modern and antique gemstones.
In one of the most striking examples when the empress josephine sapphire and diamond engagement ring mentioned above was offered at auction in 2013 the auction house estimated its value at 20 000 based largely on the gems alone.
Vintage engagement rings can be described as intricate in design and classic by nature.
Our range of vintage jewelry includes delicate edwardian engagement rings as well as the fashion forward art deco engagement rings.
An antique or vintage colored gemstone engagement ring may come with its own story and that story may have value.
This may be why so many dover jewelry clients are opting for antique vintage and estate colored stone engagement rings for sale.
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Some of our vintage engagement ring styles combine timeless designs with a modern twist creating unique looks that are sure to impress.
The retro era circa 1940 s saw yellow and rose gold rings make a comeback and white gold.
They want more intensity drama and uniqueness.
01 of 35 fancy light blue and pink radiant cut ring.
Stunning vintage colored stone engagement rings.
Click through to see our favorite engagement rings featuring colorful gemstones and some colored diamonds just to mix it up.
This selection of antique engagement rings spans from the 1880s until the 1970s.
The combination of gemstone types may be due to a number of reasons.
Vintage gemstone jewelry gemstones like sapphires rubies and emeralds have long been considered symbols of sophistication and beauty and they retain their splendor over time.
These delicate and exquisite designs are inspired by antique looks.
Some of these vintage gemstone rings especially those with rubies or sapphires make excellent alternative engagement rings and all of them are ready to brighten the hand of their next wearer for another lifetime.