Art Deco era was the era of geometry which is also reflected in the jewellery of that period. Art Deco is derived from L'Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels which was held in Paris in 1925. Authentic Art Deco engagement rings are still adored by people of modern age.

Art Deco is famous for using bold colors like black and white and geometrical shapes with strong use of symmetry. Art Deco jewellery styles features different themes like; flowers in baskets, animals, fountains and other interesting and wonderful geometrical shapes.

Exchanging rings on the engagements is a very old custom. This custom is still followed. Antique jewellery has also gained popularity in this modern world of new and stylish jewellery. New jewellery designs are inspired by antique designs of different eras.

Among the antique engagement
rings the Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Edwardian style rings are the most popular of all. Boucheron, Cartier, Mauboussin and Tiffany & Co., are the designers who make exotic designs for Art Deco rings.

Most of the Art Deco rings for engagements are prepared in platinum or white gold with a combination of sparkling gemstones. The addition of gemstones in intricately designed rings makes them more glamorous and appealing. Rock crystals, pearls and corals are the most commonly used gemstones in Art Deco rings.

Art Deco diamond engagement rings are still popular with old mine cut and European cut diamonds mounted on a platinum or white gold ring. The Art Deco rings representing romanticism are the heart shaped rings and are best for engagements. Heart is a symbol of love and passion.

If you want authentic Art Deco rings for your engagement then you can go to estate sales or antique or online dealers.