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Vintage Eternity Rings

Vintage eternity rings feature diamond or coloured gemstones set in a slim band. The stones generally travel all the way around the finger (full eternity) or halfway (half eternity).

Vintage eternity rings feature diamond or coloured gemstones set in a slim band. The stones generally travel all the way around the finger (full eternity) or halfway (half eternity). Vintage eternity rings can worn either as a wedding ring or to commemorate an important landmark in your life such as an anniversary or the welcoming of a child.

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Mid Century Sapphire, Ruby & Diamond Flip Ring, circa 1950
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Mid Century Sapphire, Ruby & Diamond Flip Ring, circa 1950
£1,950
0.30 Carat Diamond Knife Edge Eternity Ring, 18k White Gold, size M
0.30 Carat Diamond Knife Edge Eternity Ring, 18k White Gold, size M
0.30 Carat Diamond Knife Edge Eternity Ring, 18k White Gold, size M
£1,500
TIFFANY & CO. Tiffany Setting Wedding Band, Platinum, size I
TIFFANY & CO. Tiffany Setting Wedding Band, Platinum, size I
TIFFANY & CO. Tiffany Setting Wedding Band, Platinum, size I
£2,500
Modern Ornate Diamond Band Ring, 18k White Gold, Size N
Modern Ornate Diamond Band Ring, 18k White Gold, Size N
Modern Ornate Diamond Band Ring, 18k White Gold, Size N
£1,000
0.78 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Full Eternity Ring, Platinum, size N 1/2
0.78 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Full Eternity Ring, Platinum, size N 1/2
0.78 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Full Eternity Ring, Platinum, size N 1/2
£1,200
1.00 Carat French Cut Diamond Band Ring, Platinum
French cut diamond ring
1.00 Carat French Cut Diamond Band Ring, Platinum
£2,700
0.66 Carat Diamond Full Eternity Ring, 18k White Gold, size N 1/2
0.66 Carat Diamond Full Eternity Ring, 18k White Gold, size N 1/2
0.66 Carat Diamond Full Eternity Ring, 18k White Gold, size N 1/2
£1,700
Modern 0.44 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Half Eternity Ring, 14k White Gold, size J
Modern 0.44 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Half Eternity Ring, 14k White Gold, size J
Modern 0.44 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Half Eternity Ring, 14k White Gold, size J
£950
Art Deco 2.00 Carat Natural Ruby Full Eternity Ring, circa 1940, size Q 1/2
Art Deco 2.00 Carat Natural Ruby Full Eternity Ring, circa 1940, size Q 1/2
Art Deco 2.00 Carat Natural Ruby Full Eternity Ring, circa 1940, size Q 1/2
£1,300
Maggie
Maggie
Maggie
£700
Contemporary 0.30 Carat Marquise Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring, dated 2002
Contemporary 0.30 Carat Marquise Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring, dated 2002
Contemporary 0.30 Carat Marquise Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring, dated 2002
£950
1.04 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Full Eternity Ring, 18k Yellow Gold, size L 1/2
1.04 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Full Eternity Ring, 18k Yellow Gold, size L 1/2
1.04 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Full Eternity Ring, 18k Yellow Gold, size L 1/2
£1,100
Vera
Vera
Vera
£390
Beatrice
Beatrice
Beatrice
£1,800
Betsy
Betsy
Betsy
£300
Nancy
Nancy
Nancy
£1,000
Olive
Olive
Olive
£450
Alice
Alice
Alice
£400
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Vintage Eternity Rings

Vintage eternity rings are usually set with diamonds, the gem associated with being ‘forever’. However, vintage eternity rings can also be crafted with other precious stones such as rubies, sapphires, and emeralds. Whilst vintage eternity rings can be worn on any finger, they are usually worn on the ring finger of the left hand.

In the Art Deco era, vintage eternity rings were a popular alternative to the traditional wedding ring – a trend that has lasted into the  21st century. Wearers of vintage eternity rings often stack them with other rings to create a striking, contemporary look.

FAQs

Why are vintage eternity rings given?

Vintage eternity rings typically commemorate a special landmark: a wedding anniversary or the birth of a baby.

What does an eternity band symbolise?

Eternity rings symbolise eternal love.

Can you wear an antique eternity ring if not married?

Absolutely. Antique eternity rings are commonly used as wedding bands, but they can symbolise anything you want to (i.e. the birth of a child). Or they can be worn sans symbolism as something beautiful in its own right.   

Which finger do I wear an eternity ring on?

It is believed that vintage eternity rings evolved from wedding rings and are therefore usually worn on the ring finger of the left hand.

How many carats should an eternity ring be?

The gems on a vintage eternity ring are usually small; the larger the gem, the wider the ring. A full eternity ring can often contain less than half a carat of gems.

In what order do you wear wedding and eternity rings?

If you have a wedding band, an engagement ring and an eternity ring, you usually put the wedding band on first, then the engagement ring, then the eternity ring. But, really, just put them on in the order that looks the best!

Should an antique eternity ring be a surprise?

Surprises are lovely, but eternity rings can’t be sized so we advise getting your partner involved!

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