Filigree engagement ring: for that antique look

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Of all the types of rings that are presented to those special ladies, the filigree engagement ring is in a class all to itself. They are all an exquisite piece of art work all to themselves.

There are many different classifications of this type of ring that is directly connected to the amount of engraving and art work that the ring may have. Some just have a very small simple design while others the whole ring is of intricate designs.

Many people think that if a ring is of the filigree design it must be an antique. A good number of them are, but this is not a lost art. There are still craftsmen that are capable of this art form. Their abilities rival the old world jewelers. This has been helped by modern equipment but is still handmade and requires a great deal of craftsmanship.

The more detailed the design the higher the price will be, so know what you want and how much you are ready to spend when contacting a jeweler about creating a filigree engagement ring for you.

The mounting options for the single stone filigree engagement rings is not limited to any particular type, but the bevel mount has been the most widely used in the past. This is a secure mounting but some think does not let out all the fire of a diamond when cast in the light. But the best thing about having a ring created for you is that you can pick and choose how you wish it to be. The old saying that “a customer is always right” still holds water with a jeweler. It’s just some setting he may advise against.

A filigree engagement ring can never be the wrong choice for that once in a life time event.