When one speaks of the art deco engagement rings from the Art Deco Era, one must remember that it denotes the time frame from the 20’s to the 30’s. During this period, Art Deco engagement ring had gemstones popular at the time. These were rubies, emeralds, and sapphires. To properly explain the Art Deco style that gave birth to Art Deco jewelry, it must be remembered it was influenced by such concepts as Russian Ballet, Egyptian themes, Cubism, and Paris Expostion. All these and more contributed to the amalgam that became known as Art Deco, an elegant, wistful era from whom jewelry and art are in high demand and are considered valuable collectibles. Genuine Art Deco engagement rings, for example right hand rings for women, are rare, and considered collectible as well.

Art Deco is characterized by exceedingly styled geometrical shapes, a dedicated use of symmetry, and bold color usage. Black and white in particular are tell-tale colors that characterize the style and is evident in jewelry from the period. It was common to see platinum combined with diamonds, crystals, rubies, emeralds, sapphires, coral, or turquoise. The bold colors of these gemstones made them fitting choices for Art Deco engagement rings. Platinum was a popular metal in Art Deco rings because during the 20’s, platinum was a fairly new metal in jewelry making at the time, and its bright white complemented the contrasting colors of the gemstones. It also allowed elaborate designs so common to the Art Deco style to come out and didn’t overshadow them.

If a couple is planning to get engaged, then an antique Art Deco engagement ring could be the perfect touch to celebrate the happy event. An antique ring has a certain unique quality, and an unmistakable charm and most probably a colorful history, as most antiques do. As an antique, it would most certainly have better craftsmanship, and would make an instant family heirloom to pass on to your children. Art Deco engagement ring would have gorgeous colors that contrast with each other and elaborate or intricate settings, with a beautiful symmetry. This would stand for the individual personalities of the couple that came together in commitment. Art Deco engagement ring is truly a unique and beautiful way to show the union between two equally unique and beautiful people.