Engraved Oval Engagement Ring

Choosing an engagement ring can be difficult. An engagement ring will be worn and cherished for many years to come, therefore choosing a ring which will grow with a couple and yet will not become dated is extremely important.

This can mean that the choice of an engagement ring which is too far removed from a traditional design is often not recommended. A very contemporary or cutting edge design may well become dated in time. This doesn’t mean, however, that variations cannot be made to a classic design to reflect the couple’s personality. An example of this might be using unusual diamond shapes or engraving the ring.

Oval Gemstones

An oval gemstone is an interesting choice in an engagement ring. This might be a single oval diamond, or perhaps the center stone in a three stone engagement ring. Oval gemstones vary in size and shape and while many are standard sizes, hand cut stones are often unique sizes. An oval could be extremely long and thin, making a strong statement as a solitaire or almost round which would be striking in the center of a cluster.

For the couple looking for something a little different, the choice of stone presents the opportunity to bring some individuality to the ring. Traditional choices are diamonds and other precious gems such as sapphires and rubies, and these stones also come in a variety of unusual shades and hues making them an exciting choice. Sapphires, for instance, are commonly thought of as blue, but they are members of the same family as rubies and the stones can be found in many different colors. Pink and yellow sapphires are popular, however different shades of green, mauve and even clear make an interesting option.

There are many other gemstones which would look fantastic in an engraved oval engagement ring. For the same cost as a small diamond, a large semi precious stone can be purchased. This means that a couple who is looking for a larger ring but fear that this might fall outside of their budget could pick a large oval gemstone set ring. Amethyst in its many shades of mauve and purple is a wonderful choice, and looks fantastic when combined with white gold. Citrine is a golden yellow gemstone, and the depth of color varies from a deep mustard to a pale cream. This can make a great choice for a couple looking for a ring that reflects warmth.

An Engraved Engagement Ring

For many people, the image of an engraved ring is a heavily decorated shank perhaps in a similar manner to antique rings. Modern laser engraving equipment, however, means that rings can be engraved in a variety of places and styles.

The shanks of rings remain popular for engraving, though it is possible to engrave other areas of the ring and this can present some interesting options. It is possible to engrave the edges of rings with patterns, textures or even words.

Engraving the inside of the ring with a love message is extremely romantic. The message can be private, shared solely between the loving couple, and as such needn’t conform to any preconceived ideas. Lines from popular songs can offer great inspiration. Ballads, of course, are packed with suitable lines, however, this does not exclude other songs. Even the heaviest rock anthem has the occasional glimmer of romance.

When getting the inside of a ring engraved, the jeweler will be able to advise on how many words are feasible and the best way to proceed.

Caring for an Engraved Oval Engagement Ring

An engraved oval ring needs special care to maintain its brilliance.

• The engraving will wear down with time. Therefore very fine or subtle engraving may completely disappear.
• An oval stone that stands proud of the ring may catch on things, making it a little impractical for everyday wear.
• Just because a stone is semi precious does not mean it is less valuable than a diamond. The value of a stone is also measured by its rarity, therefore a rare semi precious stone may be more highly prized than a commodity diamond and therefore more expensive.

An engraved oval engagement ring not only has a special, unique look to it, but the private sentiment engraved within it is a loving secret shared by the couple it binds together, making it a superb choice for couples interested in unique and highly symbolic rings.