Everyone loves to watch celebrities. We are intrigued by their lavish lifestyles, homes and fashions. We also love to drool over the jewelry they wear as well. Although antique vintage rings of this caliber are most likely not in the average persons budget, I thought it would be fun to do a post on a few of the most fashionable, as well as some of the most outrageous and glamorous rings that have been exchanged in the celebrity world.
Here is a cute story about the curious case of a “missing” vintage engagement ring. Great Grandma has recently passed away. The family is greatly saddened by her passing for she was what everyone in the family called a “character” She was quite outspoken, did as she pleased and was a real prankster. You were never quite sure with Great Grandma, is she was pulling your leg or not.
When searching for a vintage ring, it will sometimes be helpful to understand how some of the most common types of vintage ring settings were designed.
There are several shapes or cuts of stone that can be used in the design of a vintage solitaire ring. Jewelers all agree that a good cut is what determines how brilliant a diamond will be. Vintage cuts are sometimes referred to differently than modern cuts but are sometimes meant to describe the same shape. Here is a brief description of the most popular modern day cuts as well as terms used to describe cuts for a vintage solitaire ring.
Proposals of days gone by have created a very special collectors item in vintage silver ring boxes.