Engagement Rings - Marriage Promises Done with Elegant Bands

Jan 12
08:27

2011

René Seifert

René Seifert

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Engagement rings symbolize the love and commitment between couples who vow to get married. Different types and designs of engagement rings are available in the market and it is quite a difficult task to choose the perfect bridal ring sets.

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Engagement Rings - Tips for Buying

Wide varieties of engagement rings are available in the market and the collections differ in their style,Engagement Rings - Marriage Promises Done with Elegant Bands  Articles design and material. Apart from the conventional glittering diamond rings which come in different cuts, size, color, carat and metal, there is the very classic white and yellow gold ring and the ever stylish and sophisticated platinum ring. Intricately designed celtic rings and birthstone or gemstone engagement rings are quite popular among couples. Different types of semi-precious stones like sapphire, garnet, emerald, amethyst, pearl, ruby, aquamarine, opal, peridots are available and one can pick according to the bride's birth month. Tungsten and titanium engagement rings are also gaining preference these days for their unusual look and design.

Before buying an engagement ring, it is imperative to follow a few ground rules.  Have a clear idea about your style preference, gain adequate information on the preferred style and the jewelry stores, discounts available with jewelers and online merchants, insurance, return policies of the selected jewelry stores, and finally work your budget accordingly. Antique wedding rings and bridal ring sets have always been the hot picks of couples.

Antique Wedding Rings - Symbol of Timeless Romance

Antique wedding rings are popular for their classic beauty and impeccably crafted designs. These rings come in different styles and shapes, representing the eras they belonged to. Some of the most exquisite antique rings belong to the Victorian Era, the Edwardian Period and the Art Deco era. The Victorian style wedding rings comprise of either plain and patterned rings or colorful gems and diamonds set in yellow or rose gold. Edwardian wedding rings are popular for their elaborate scrollwork and filgree patterns on platinum, white gold and silver rings. Apart from the traditional round shaped diamonds, rose-cut and cushion-cut diamonds and sapphires are the hallmark stones of Edwardian wedding rings. Art Deco wedding rings are extravagantly designed pieces of diamonds and other contrasting gems like coral, rubies, turquoise and emeralds, set in platinum, white and yellow gold. These gaudy pieces are popular for their geometric shapes, fancy cuts, contrasting colors and elaborate designs.

Antique wedding rings are available in antique jewelry stores, auctions, pawn shops, designer jewelry stores, estate sales stores and even well-known online merchants. The prices of these exclusive pieces may range between $1000-$12000, depending on the preference and budget of the clients. Apart from these expensive ranges there are replica antique rings which are far less expensive and can be easily purchased online.

Bridal Ring Sets - Time Saving and Cost Productive

Women prefer to wear their engagement rings and wedding bands together so both need to blend well. Jewelers have a variety of bridal ring sets that comprise of an engagement ring and a wedding band set in similar metal and style. Bridal ring sets are primarily of two types-parallel and integrated. Parallel ring sets are not set together and can be worn as stand-alone pieces. The engagement ring is more elaborately designed while the wedding band is plain and simple. However, the styles of both the rings complement each other. Integrated ring sets cannot be worn separately and the wedding band forms a coordinating wrap for the engagement ring. Either ways, wedding ring sets are more lucrative choices as they allow overall savings and one does not have to stress over matching an engagement ring with her wedding band.