Ideas for Unique Engagement Rings

Not everyone wants the same cookie cutter diamond solitaire when they get engaged. There are all kinds of unique engagement ring ideas out there if you want something different.

First, let's take a brief look at the average engagement ring. The average ring is going to be a diamond solitaire set in either gold or platinum. The diamond can be any shape including round, square, pear or even heart shaped. Ring wraps are popular accompaniments for solitaire engagement rings. These wraps are made from gemstones and fit around the solitaire.

If you are sure that you want a diamond, why not go for a colored one? White diamonds are the most popular type of diamond you'll see. Colored diamonds are a great way to make an engagement ring more unique. Diamond colors include pink, blue, yellow and even black. These colored diamonds can be solitaires or surrounded by other stones. Another way to make a ring more unique is to choose a metal that's not as common such as rose gold or stainless steel. You might even want to look at vintage rings.

One of the most unique types of vintage ring is the Victorian snake ring. Queen Victoria herself wore a snake ring as a wedding band. These rings feature two snakes which symbolize the bride and groom. The snakes are intertwined as one and often feature gemstones for the eyes such as diamonds or emeralds. If you like something a bit more traditional but still unique, consider an Art Deco engagement ring. These rings featured large stones and glittering platinum for a bold look. You may also want to look at rings from other periods also such as Georgian and Edwardian.

Another way to find unique engagement rings is to design your own. These days you can get online and design a custom diamond engagement ring suited to your exact specifications. You start with the metal and add the stones in the carat, cut and style you want. You can also work with a jeweler to create a custom engagement ring that is like no other. To make an engagement ring even more special and unique you can have it engraved with a personal message. The most important thing about an engagement ring is the spirit of love with which it is presented and received.