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Born to Shine: The Timeless Allure of Vintage Birthstone Jewellery

For centuries, birthstones have been cherished as symbols of identity, protection, and fortune. Whether a tiny side-stone in an antique engagement ...

Do vintage rings go up in value?

At The Vintage Ring Co., we’re believers in shopping slowly and making long-term investments; we’re about heirlooms and ‘forever’ jewels. If you to...

Are antique rings more sustainable?

Repairing, repurposing and reclaiming old jewellery is nothing new – it’s something we’ve been doing for centuries. But as the world grows increasi...

Do antique rings have hallmarks?

A hallmark is a small stamp, branded into a piece of jewellery to tell us more about its beginnings. The concept of marking jewellery in this way c...

Will an antique engagement ring ever go out of fashion?

Choosing an engagement ring is a significant and personal decision that reflects not only one’s love and commitment but also their style and taste....

Is it romantic to buy a second-hand engagement ring?

There are myriad reasons that a loved-up, future-facing couple might choose a vintage engagement ring over a brand new one. We all know about the f...

Is a Christmas proposal a good idea?

Mistletoe, wine, children singing Christian rhymes – and a surprise engagement ring to symbolism the rest of time? The notion of a Christmas propo...

How old is my antique ring?

Perhaps what excites us most about vintage jewellery is the intrigue that surrounds it. Who loved it previously? What did they do, where did they g...

Between rock and a hard place: 1970s jewellery design and the world that shaped it

The 1970s was a decade defined by turmoil and revolution, punctuated with historical events that shaped politics, economics and cultural attitudes ...

The timeless allure of antique engagement rings

In a world where modernity often takes centre stage, there is something truly captivating about the age-old charm of antique rings. These precious ...

What's the best gemstone setting for a vintage engagement ring?

Engagement rings have come a long way since the Ancient Romans asked for their sweethearts’ hands in marriage using bulky iron bands, with advances...

One person's trash: The Vintage Ring Co. and Lebrusan Studio on the circular engagement ring economy

“I like to think, when a dream falls into pieces, it multiplies and becomes more bright and beautiful dreams.” These are the words of Wallace Chan:...