Unusual Engagement Rings

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Do you go for a traditional diamond ring, or maybe look into unusual engagement rings?

 

 

Diamonds may be forever as far as many women are concerned but they are not the only option when it comes to choosing a ring to represent the eternal commitment of marriage – enter the world of unusual engagement rings…

 

When Prince Charles proposed to Lady Diana Spencer in February 1981, he inadvertently started a trend for unusual engagement rings by presenting her with a large oval sapphire surrounded by 14 diamonds. Now that Prince William has used the exact same ring to seal his own engagement to the woman who is now his wife, that trend is likely to return.

 

If you want to look outside the box, there are a plethora of options available.

 

Different cuts provide unusual engagement rings options

 

Round and princess cut diamonds are by far the most popular but there is nothing to stop you choosing a more unusual shape for your ring. Marquise and Asscher cut diamonds have almost as much sparkle as round brilliants but often represent much better value as they are more economical to produce.

 

These cuts generally produce a significantly larger stone for the same price as a smaller, more traditional cut.

 

Emerald cut diamonds can be stunning in certain settings are certainly rare enough to ensure they are commented on. Although they have significantly less fire and sparkle than certain other cuts, they place greater emphasis on the natural beauty of the stone itself.

 

Another option to explore is to change the setting of your ring rather than the shape of the stone it contains. A traditional ‘Tiffany’ setting holds the diamond high between four prongs. More modern alternatives include tension settings in which the metal of the ring is crafted in such a way as to hold the stone in place without the need for any additional metalwork.

 

 

It’s not just about standing out from the crowd: there are many good reasons to break with tradition. Solitaire diamond engagement rings with a high setting can simply be a poor choice for many women whose jobs make it difficult or impractical to wear such an item.

 

Flush settings, where the stone and the metal of the ring are both even with one another, offer a possible alternative and a great unusual engagement rings option.

 

An engagement ring featuring a coloured diamond is certain to be a major talking point but such stones tend to attract a huge premium and are far out of the reach of most couples.

 

Emeralds can look stunning but tend to be somewhat more fragile than diamonds or sapphires and are therefore not usually recommended for unusual engagement rings. The fact that such rings are worn every single day rather than just for special occasions means they are far more likely to be subjected to the kind of wear and tear that could lead to permanent damage.

 

If you are choosing for your partner, it is always best to employ subtle ways to find out exactly what kind of ring they would prefer before straying too far from tradition.

 

If you’re concerned about giving the game away, seek out the advice of best friends or family members. They may be able to get the information you need without alerting your partner to what you have in mind. You can also comment on unusual or more traditional designs when they appear on television or in magazines and gauge the reaction.

 

A good compromise is to have your partner look at a selection of rings and choose two or three favourites. That way you can still make the final choice a surprise but can be secure in the knowledge that your gift will be well received.

 

More than one fiancé has tragically ‘lost’ her ring in the months following the engagement and then, rather than replacing it exactly with the insurance payout, has used to money to opt for a totally different design.

 

Every engagement ring in special, but investing the time to make the right choice ensures that whatever you end up with will be a source of joy and pleasure for many years to come. Whether you go for unusual engagement rings, or look at a more traditional approach, the ring and sentiment should last a lifetime.