subject: The Gem That Mesmerizes The Hearts Of Many Diamond [print this page] The saying that 'Diamonds are a women's best friend' has been doing rounds throughout the years and the diamond gem has phenomenal attraction. The origin of diamonds have been shrouded in mystery, though some have speculated that it was initially discovered from India. Diamonds are the birthstone of the people born in April.
Diamonds have became a symbol of power, vitality and well being dating back when it was first imported in Europe around the 14th century. The person wearing it radiates an aura of a rich individual.
Vintage Diamond Rings have been infamous and widely used for generations. Vintage jewelries were made with hands which gave them an utterly unique touch, as compared to jewelries which are created through machines today. There were numerous era's of vintage diamond rings. Some of these eras are listed as follows.
The Victorian Era - An area named after the Queen of Britain, from 1837 to 1901, experienced the shortage of gold which has made them rely on using diamonds for value. The vintage diamond rings, after the death of the Queen's husband, have been created with serious and dark designs.
The Edwardian Era - In a short time frame (1901 to 1910), the upper middle class masses raised the standards of wearing diamond rings and matching them with their costumes. Vintage rings of this era were light in weight and feel.
The Retro vintage Era - Over the course of 1930 to the 1980s the demands for precious gems had been seemingly insatiable but at the end of the period, the diamonds had lost their charm and gold had resurfaced back to popularity.
All these eras symbolize the different designs of diamond rings and also the changing needs and tastes of people. There is a list of years in which the vintage diamond rings were very high on demand and in some years their popularity decreased.
Only the popularity had decreased. This doesn't mean that people stopped buying them once and for all. Diamonds and all other gems have their own admirers and people who like to wear them and collect them in their jewelry boxes keep on buying them.
Even today, diamonds remain the heartthrob of many ladies. Diamond rings are the most preferred one for engagement ceremonies. Gifting a vintage diamond ring has become a trend, and it is also a great way to show love, care and gratitude towards your partner.
Whether they are for engagement rings or a collection of the vintage rings, diamonds undeniably possessed an appeal and allure, and add a niche to the appearance of an individual.
