Photos of Unusual Engagement Rings

About Unusual Engagement Rings

Unusual rings can be strikingly beautiful and elegant while at the same time being just as meaningful as any traditional diamond solitaire engagement ring or bridal set. In many ways, unusual engagement rings can be even more meaningful because they are often chosen after careful consideration of the recipient’s likes and dislikes. The more unusual the ring, the more likely it represents a deep facet of that individual’s personality and preferences or of the relationship they share with their beloved.

There are many unique ways to make an engagement ring unusual, including:

• Birthstones: Birthstone engagement rings are similar to traditional diamond engagement rings but focus on a more intimate gemstone than the predictable diamond. Multiple birthstones can be used to represent both individuals for even more intimacy.
• Personal Style: Figural engagement rings can be found to represent a person’s hobbies, career, and passions. A dolphin engagement ring, for example, may be the perfect choice for a bride-to-be who loves dolphins, for a couple who got engaged while swimming with dolphins, or for a bride-to-be who is a marine biologist.
• Color: Multi-tone engagement rings are a stunning option for multi-colored beauty without resorting to multiple gems, and mokume gane engagement rings are an even more unique way to combine metals into a lovely design. Couples can also choose unique colored gemstones such as black diamonds or brilliant turquoise engagement rings for a vibrant expression of their love.
• Width: The classic, dainty engagement ring isn’t necessarily appropriate for all couples. Wide band diamond engagement rings can be lovely options with more room for personalization, carving, or engagement ring engraving.
• Culture: Couples with strong cultural ties may prefer an engagement ring that represents that bond, such as a Celtic engagement ring or one fashioned specifically from Canadian diamonds. Every culture has unique ways to design engagement rings, and honoring one’s culture with a symbolic ring can be a lovely and meaningful gesture.

These are only a few of the ways couples can opt for unusual engagement rings; there is an unlimited variety of unique rings to choose from once a couple realizes that the basic diamond engagement ring may not be right for them.

Finding Unusual Rings

Unusual engagement rings can be found in many places. Couples can look online for photos of unusual engagement rings and then take those photos to artisans and experienced jewelers who may be able to create custom rings, or they can investigate local niche jewelry stores for unique designs. The key to finding the best ring for your relationship is to find one that truly represents who you are and what you feel toward one another.

Potential Problems

Couples need to be aware of potential problems with unusual engagement rings. The most common issues include:

• Questions: If the engagement ring is not a classic design, family members and friends may initially question whether or not it really is an engagement ring.
• Cost: While many unusual designs are very inexpensive engagement rings, custom rings or those with elaborate motifs may have higher prices than simpler, classic rings.
• Wedding Bands: It can be difficult to find a matching wedding band for a very unusual ring, though many couples solve this problem by wearing the engagement ring on the right hand after the wedding, or forgoing a wedding band altogether.
• Repairs: The more unusual the ring, the more difficult it may be to repair or resize if necessary. Couples with very unique rings should take special care that they are not damaged.

Gallery of Photos of Unusual Engagement Rings

The following unusual rings are all available on Amazon.com. Click on each picture for sales information, pricing, and further details.

Two Tone Bypass Solitaire	Pink Square Flower Ring	Multi-Tone Rosebud Ring
Dual Pear Sapphire Claddagh	Diamond Pave Peace and Love	Trillion Cut Triangle Solitaire
Butterfly Diamond Ring	Serpent Pave Ring	Here Kitty Kitty
Lengthwise Marquise Solitaire	Wide Band Oval Topaz Ring	Inset Diamond Heart Band