What is Art deco?
Art deco engagement rings were born in Paris in the early 20th century, a eclectic artistic design style which has been very influential in many facets of decorative arts in the early part of the 20th century. At its height it was seen as something at its height of elegance, glamor and modern style. Art deco was originally in vogue during the 1920s and 30s, but since then it has still seen many resurgences in popularity and that is why such things like these have never really gone out of fashion.
What makes them special?
Art deco engagement rings are special because of the importance which emeralds, sapphires and rubies play in their design. During the early 1900s Colombian emeralds, Burmese rubies, as well as cashmere and Burmese sapphires were a must for a stunning wedding ring. These engagement rings have benefited from an explosion of influences, from king tut to the Paris exposition which have all contributed to make the art deco style what it is.
Nowadays Art Deco rings have become harder to find making them more and more in demand and collectible. A wedding is a once in a lifetime event and getting a wedding ring which is not only valuable, but shows how special your special someone is to you is very important, something as collectible as an art deco wedding ring shows that more and more.
Art Deco Engagement Rings-Today
Today art deco bridal rings, like other old fashioned designs such as asscher cut engagement rings, Edwardian and other antique engagement ringsare often made by jewelers catering to the particular taste of a couple and their needs. New rings can still purvey the art deco style, but at the same time also incorporating modern cuts and diamond shapes, new ways of engravement can also be included. Stones which were not included in original art deco wedding bands can now be included in the modern ones, bringing a sense of modernity as well as keeping a sense of tradition in the wedding band, for example: tanzanite and aquamarine.
When choosing an art deco engagement rings one must first decide on a modern reproduction or a antique pieces. It is obvious that antique rings are hard to come by and therefore often quite expensive, although the craftsmanship may not be as good as the modern reproductions, age and uniqueness have their own special value. Modern jewelry can also be quite expensive, but an engagement is a one time event and buying something truly memorable is very much worthwhile.
