White Gold Art Deco Rings
White Gold Art Deco Rings first appeared around 1920. Mass-produced fine jewelry had been available since the mid 1860s, but platinum, the standard metal for wedding rings, was still too costly for the middle-class consumer. In 1917 the Belais Brothers patented their white gold formula. Palladium or nickel was added to pure gold until the color resembled that of platinum. Since most gold jewelry is an alloy due to the softness of pure gold, this process did not in any way devalue the gold.
The Belais Brothers specialized in exquisite filigree settings, and while they manufactured rings in various styles, they were best known for their wedding rings. Luckily, being mass-produced, white gold Art Deco rings of all styles are surprisingly available despite their age. When buying a vintage ring, pay attention to what the dealer says about the quality of the gemstone, of course, but the major selling point is likely to be the setting.
In the Art Deco style, whether selecting white gold or other precious metals, the setting is at least as important as the stone, with the securing prongs often used as a dominant style element, as opposed to modern jewelry in which the prongs are made as unobtrusive as possible. Often Art Deco rings were bezel-set, meaning that the stone actually nestles UNDER the setting. While this results in less "flash," the filigree setting lets in enough light underneath the stone to display it to stunning effect.
Why Buy White Gold Art Deco Rings
Like all antique rings from the Art Deco era, this rings have only increased in value over the years, mainly because of their high demand. Of the available precious metals used for Art Deco rings, not everyone likes gold and platinum is often too costly. For those who want a silvery platinum look without the price tag, a white-gold Art Deco ring is a perfect choice!
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