Antique Diamond Rings Can Be A Girl’s Oldest Friend
While many jewelry collectors prefer antique diamond rings, untreated diamonds are considered rare and are more expensive than their treated counterparts. In fact, untreated stones continue to rise in market value while treated gems keep gaining popularity because they are so much more affordable. For those lucky enough to own an untreated diamond, having a trusted jeweler in your court is essential. Such a jeweler can wage information about your stone’s value, history and other facts you’ll want to know.
Antique diamonds date back to European historical periods including Art Deco, Edwardian, Art Nouveau, Victorian and Georgian. Back in those days, the class structure of Europe entitled the wearing of these gems only to royalty. In the 17th century, a wealthy merchant class occasionally wore a diamond - but their rarity allowed them the acclaimed study of “the royal gem”.
The Georgian Period, titled for the procession of kings titled George, was a period known for handmade jewelry with new cuts gaining in popularity and demand. Since diamonds were most exclusively used at the beginning of the period, larger stones were replaced with a combination of smaller diamonds portraying a cascade manifestation.
An engagement ring is typically regarded as a symbol of two lives being joined into one and more times than not, the stone of choice is a diamond. As a promise of eternal love, their value is limitless. Of course economically speaking, certain stones will cost more than others depending on a number of factors used to measure their value.
Common calibre characteristics are known as the four Cs and include carat, cut, color and clarity. While love is typically the reason we buy engagement rings, it’s wise to pay attention to the market value of your purchase as well. Knowing the basics of how they are evaluated will help you choose the best diamond for your budget.
When selecting the perfect stone, some believe that size is the most important thing. In fact, many believe that the larger the carat, the more expensive the ring. However, there are other factors that come into play when determining price. One of these factors is the color grading system. For example, colorless diamonds are the most expensive while a noticeable yellow color will cost less.
Although there are many mounting styles to choose for your antique ring, many choose the prong setting. The prong setting allows for more of the diamond to be viewed and can accommodate a larger size. This style choice is often less expensive than many other styles as well.
Diamonds often symbolize wealth and status. However, beyond the traditional symbolism the chosen cut of the stone can wage some individualized insight. Generally speaking, individuals wearing a rectangle or square cut display discipline and a value for organization and honesty. Someone preferring the pear cut tends to be adaptable and is often centered on their home and community.
Once you have sorted through your options for antique diamond rings and found the one you want, be sure to take proper steps to care for it. Diamonds tend to attract grease and oils naturally so always remove them when using hand lotions or creams and keep them clean with a mild cleaning from time to time.
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