Antique & Vintage Rings RSS
I Do: How to Have the Perfect Festive Proposal
Planning a Christmas proposal? Discover how to create the perfect festive engagement, from choosing the right ring to making the moment magical.
What is a Cushion Cut Diamond? Your Guide to This Stunning Cut
Cushion cut diamonds are beloved for their soft curves and vintage glow. Discover how this cut evolved through the Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian eras, and why it remains a stunning choice for antique engagement rings.
How to Tell if Your Ring is Victorian...
Wondering if your ring is Victorian? Learn the key features of Victorian jewellery, from gemstones and design motifs to hallmarks and craftsmanship, in our expert guide.
Snake Rings: A Ring with a Romantic Past...
For centuries, snake rings have symbolised love, protection, and transformation. From Queen Victoria’s serpent engagement ring to modern collectors seeking symbolic jewellery, discover the romantic history behind this timeless design.
Ring Watches: Where Did the Style Originate?
Ring watches were the perfect blend of beauty and function, popular in the 18th and 19th centuries. Discover how these miniature marvels of jewellery and horology first appeared, why they fascinated wearers, and why antique ring watches are so collectable today.
How to Identify an Art Deco Ring: Style, Gemstones & History
Art Deco rings are prized for their bold geometry, symmetry, and use of platinum and coloured gemstones. Learn how to identify the hallmarks of an authentic Art Deco ring and what makes this style so timeless.
Snake Rings & Their Romantic History
Snake rings have long symbolised eternal love, wisdom, and rebirth. From Ancient Egypt to Queen Victoria’s famous engagement ring, discover the romantic history and symbolism of snake rings in antique and vintage jewellery.
Garnets: The Lore and the History
Garnets have been treasured for thousands of years, from Ancient Egypt to the Victorian era. Discover the lore, symbolism, and history behind this fiery gemstone and why it remains a favourite in antique and vintage rings
A Guide to UK Assay Offices Through History
Discover the history of UK assay offices and their hallmark symbols, from London’s leopard’s head to Chester’s wheat sheaves. Learn how these marks can help you date and identify antique and vintage rings.
Marie Antoinette’s Diamonds: The Scandal and the Style
Marie Antoinette’s diamond jewellery has inspired stories of scandal, royalty, and revolution. Discover the legacy behind the Queen’s most famous gems—and why antique jewels still hold so much allure.
How to Tell if Your Jewellery is Georgian: A Collector’s Guide
Wondering if your jewellery is truly Georgian? Discover the tell-tale signs of craftsmanship, metals, gemstones, and styles that define this rare and romantic era.
The Hope Diamond: A Jewel of Mystery and Majesty
The Hope Diamond has dazzled kings, sparked rumours of curses, and crossed centuries of history. Discover the legend behind one of the world’s most iconic jewels—and what it tells us about the power of antique jewellery.
