Antique style engraved platinum ring settings can sometimes be found at auctions but, as platinum was not used so much in the earlier days, these tend to be be quite rare. More likely you will fine the ‘antique style’ really relates to newer rings manufactured in the antique style.

The antique style is very ornate and basically the idea is to fill every space with something. A decoration or pattern of some sort.

These appeal to many people and can look very striking in the right circumstances with the right clothes.

When buying antique style engraved platinum ring settings it is a good idea to know exactly what you are buying. The platinum should be at least 95 percent pure. There should, in fact, be a mark on the platinum ring to assure you of that and a written statement by the jeweler will help also.

If you are having engraving done always instruct the engraver by giving him very clear instructions what you want. A typed out text in capitals so it is easy for him or her to read. It is amazing how many people do not do this and simply reel off verbally to the engraver what they want resulting in potential misduplication and misunderstandings.

The engraving should be on the inside of the ring of course and done well. No mistakes as they are hard to rectify. You should be able to see the engraving if not with the naked eye, then with a jewelers loupe and the writing should be clear and easy to read.

Examine the ring thoroughly. Ensure that the designs and ornate patterns are well done and not slipshod.

If you are having a gemstone, such as a diamond for example, set in the ring ensure the prongs or claws are well set and hold the gemstone firmly but so hard as they can crack or damage the gemstone. Many gemstones can be brittle and crack easily and the common idea that diamonds cannot be cracked is false. So they need as much looking after as any other gemstone.

The bottom line is, if you like the ring and the design then it is for you provided common sense is applied to ensure you are buying a good quality ring and stone and not something that will deteriorate over time. Good quality antique style engraved platinum ring settings should last a life time.

Provided a bit of due diligence is applied you can get antique style engraved platinum ring settings that will give great pleasure for many years.

This entry was posted on Friday, February 2nd, 2007 at 8:19 am.