Filigree is quite inexpensive than other rings because it has more metals (which are less costly)  than gemstones. It is also a timeless and classic piece, so it’s a perfect choice for women who want to wear unique rings.

4 Trends in Vintage Rings for Women

Vintage is back in style again. From clothes, bags, to accessories – everyone’s going vintage. Gone are the days when “vintage” was considered unfashionable. It’s now seen as something precious and stylish. Vintage has hit the jewelry industry as well. Vintage items easily get sold out in jewelry stores, auctions, and pawnshops. Why? This is because vintage items are timeless, unique, and durable, so people are always eyeing them. The value of vintage jewelry also increases through time. Go hunt for some vintage items from your grandma’s closet and jewelry box, because ‘Old is Now Gold,’ as they say.

You may ask, what exactly makes a ring vintage? A ring becomes vintage when it’s created in previous eras, and is already old enough to go back in style. A vintage ring may be as old as 20-25 years, and even older than that. Here are four vintage ring trends for women:

1.   Sterling Silver

A sterling silver vintage ring is better than gold or platinum because it is very stunning when used by women of certain skin complexions and hair colors. Sterling silver is perfect with stones like pearls, onyx, amethysts, turquoise. Sterling silver has 92.5% pure silver material and can be seen in a stamp on the ring itself, which reads “9.25,” “925,” or “Ster.” Just make sure that your sterling silver ring is not mixed up with coins, as it easily gets scratched. Before wearing it, you may wipe it with cloth first.

2.   White Gold

White gold is more durable than yellow gold – making it a great option for vintage ring buyers. It can stand the test of everyday wear. This is because it is made up of a gold alloy and a white metal like nickel. White gold looks good on all skin tones but complements fairer skins very well. A downside to wearing vintage white gold jewelry is that it can cause allergic reactions to some wearers. To maintain the quality of your vintage white gold ring, you may need to clean and polish it every few years.

3.   Filigree

Filigree is a metalworking technique wherein wire is put together,  usually woven in some fashion to create a certain pattern. Common designs are hearts, flowers,  and vines. Filigree was especially popular during certain eras. So, a lot of vintage stuff now is going to be in filigree.

4.   Vintage Engagement Rings

Vintage engagement rings are in style. Unlike modern engagement rings, these are more unique and sophisticated – making them a perfect choice for women. This kind is characterized by distinct features such as center stones and craftsmanship that is specific to a certain period, such as Art Deco, Victorian,  and Edwardian.

Buying vintage rings is a very difficult road to navigate, but knowing the characteristic of each type will help you go in the right direction.