Vintage Style Ruby Rings for Engagement and Anniversary

Vintage rings are said to possess a certain character which is supposedly lacking in the modern rings despite the finesse and sophistication brought about by the technology. However, getting a truly vintage ruby ring is not an everyday affair and you need to shell out a fortune to own something which is around a hundred years old.

However, if you’ve decided to take a detour from the conventional diamond ring in favor of a glitzy ruby ring with a touch of old-world charm, then we’ve brought you some wonderful ideas.

1. Geometric pattern

During the Art-Deco period of 1920-1930, one of the popular motifs for the engagement rings was geometric patterns. Other themes during that period were inspired by Oriental and American Indian Art, as well as African and Egyptian culture.

Ruby ring setting with bar channel set straight Baguette Cut is a modern incarnation of an engagement ring from that period. The ring can also be set with side-stones to form a perfect geometrical pattern. The use of platinum of white gold, as was used in that period, also adds to the retro charm of the ring.

2. Leaf Motif from Edwardian Era

The period of 1901-1914 is generally referred to as Edwardian era and it is marked by motifs such as leaf designed as filigree though other themes such as stars, moon, bows etc were also utilized in the engagement rings. The use of platinum was favored the most during that time even though gold in its various colors was used in abundance.

This prong set solitaire ruby engagement ring made with rose gold will take you to the grandeur of art in jewelry from the Edwardian era.

3. Fluid pattern from Art-Nouveau Period

The period between the late nineteenth and the early twentieth century is generally characterized by fluid lines and patterns in the rings. Ruby was not as much used as tourmaline, emeralds and opal. There was an element of artistry in the jewelry of that age. The prongs in the ring used to be elongated and fine hand-work was employed.

This ruby engagement ring from GemsNY is no less than the art-work of the Nouveau period with its unique pattern of lines and other design.

4. Marquise-shaped Ruby Rings

The marquise shape of the gemstone was immensely popular in the ring designs from the late Victorian era from 1885 to 1900. Solitaire engagement rings gained prominence whereas in the upper circles airy ring designs with combination of multiple gemstones were more favored. In the luxury segment platinum was used whereas silver and gold remained the popular choice.

5. Heavy Rings Inspired by Mid Victorian Era

Heavy rings are usually the hallmark of the Mid Victorian Era that spanned from 1860 to 1885. It is interesting to note that steel was also used in jewelry during this period and gold in many unusual factors for today such as 9K and 10K was also used. Rose gold became extremely popular during this period. The engagement rings from this period usually have fine granulations called Etruscan in their motifs.

6. Celtic Ruby Engagement Ring

Celtic designs are said to be created during the early Victorian Era also known as the Romantic Victorian Era. During this period jewelers were making quite a lot of rings by hand in addition to using the technology of that time to meet the rising demand. Love knots, cross, and angels were also among the popular motifs of this era.

Hand-made pieces of this time period command a very high price in the jewelry market today but you don’t need to worry as you can find the same appeal in the celtic style ruby engagement ring from GemsNY.

If you go further back in time you’ll reach the Georgian Era where you’ll find that the gemstones were usually set with a foil backing to enhance its sparkle. Today, you won’t find many rings inspired by the Georgian era in that respect because foil-backing makes the ring too delicate for water contact.

So, if you’re planning to get a vintage inspired ring for your momentous occasion, then you should check out the vintage collection of ring ring designs at GemsNY.com to find your perfect ring.