Choosing an engagement ring is a very special event. Whether a couple is selecting the perfect ring together, or one half of the happy pair is planning a romantic surprise, getting the ring choice right is crucial. Flaxman Fine Jewellery support and enhance the buying process by providing expert advice, alongside a high-quality range of engagement rings to select from.
There is a unique selection of classic engagement rings dating from the 1940s and 50s in stock at Flaxman Fine Jewellery. With years of expertise in guiding purchasers through the buying process, customers are guaranteed a memorable experience shopping for the perfect engagement ring.
Supportive, knowledgeable advisors will be on hand to guide the buyer towards the best choice for the wearer’s style. As a respected independent jeweller, Flaxman Fine Jewellery can be trusted to provide a bespoke service to the most discerning customers who want a vintage engagement ring.
Jewellery design in the 1940s and 1950s was subject to a number of influences. A big factor was the impact and aftermath of the Second World War. Despite restrictions and rationing diamonds remained popular, even though the supply was limited. To get around this challenge, some people recycled their existing gemstones from other jewellery. There were also restrictions on precious metals like platinum which was banned for use for anything other than military use the United States. Gold was the metal of choice and white gold increased in popularity as well. Restrictions on the use of platinum were lifted in the 1950s.
The shortage of raw materials meant some jewellery designers were able to become even more creative, leading to new and unusual pieces. Cocktail jewellery became fashionable and this influenced engagement ring design. As a result, this era showcases some bold and colourful rings with flowing lines. Open metalwork with innovative designs is a characteristic of the era. For those with more modest means, there was also a trend for more metalwork and less gem. This more understated but unusual design may perhaps have been partly due to fewer gemstones being imported during the war years.
There are influences from previous eras evident in the jewellery designs of the 1940s and 50s. Although geometric lines are still in use, the very angular Art Deco ring designs are softened by incorporating elaborate swirling feminine motifs that echo but do not mirror the Edwardian period.
Flaxman Fine Jewellery has the expertise to help buyers choose with confidence. When buying a diamond, it’s worth knowing about the 4Cs. One of the best known Cs stands for carat - the measure for the weight of a gemstone. One carat weighs in at 0.2gm. Each carat is divided into one hundred points. Understanding these basics will give a guide to the size of the stone in a ring, but knowledgeable staff are on hand to guide customers through the more technical side of gemology if required.
The other 3Cs stand for cut, clarity and colour. With the enduring popularity of diamonds in engagement rings from the 1940s and 1950s, part of the selection process will be discovering about these aspects of gems as well.
Ensuring customers have peace of mind is vital to Flaxman Fine Jewellery. This means they always go the extra mile for customers buying an engagement ring. Not only does the company provide high-quality customer service throughout the selection process, but the level of customer aftercare is also outstanding. Every customer benefits from free engagement ring resizing. There is also a 14-day money-back guarantee. With this level of customer care, every client can rest assured that every purchase can be made with confidence.
