Art Deco Jewelry - Antique Diamond Engagement Rings

The Art Deco period began in 1920 after the unique jewelry was featured at the L’Esposition De Arts Decoratifs” in Paris. Jewelery designers such as Cartier, Templier, Sandoz and Lalique created the jewelry, using the shapes of buildings and cars at the time as a source for inspiration. Exceptional geometric shapes and angular lines make art deco engagement rings, earrings and necklaces stand out. A combination of beautiful stones such as diamond, onyx, emeralds and birthstones are combined to create gorgeous patterns.

The vibrant jewelry was popular until 1935, and well loved by the fashion trend setters of the time period. Art Deco jewelry was a perfect choice for flappers, who rid themselves of restrictive corsets and chopped off their long hair. Flappers loved to shock others with their outrageous fashions and fast-paced lifestyle which included forbidden elements such as drinking, smoking and wearing make-up. These party girls love to show off their long earrings and art deco jewelry. Flappers paved the way for the women of today, who have the choice of wearing whatever fashions they choose.

White gold bands with a square gemstone setting were a popular art deco engagement ring choice during the twenties and thirties. Today many of those antique art deco engagement rings are sold for around $10,000 to $20,000. The price of the antique rings varies depending on the quality of the metals and stones as well as the complexity of the piece. Buyers can save a substantial amount of money by creating a replica of their favorite antique art deco engagement ring. Those with a great eye for design can put together their own custom engagement ring. Many jewelry stores and websites offer custom design services.