Antique Engagement Rings – Unique, Handcrafted, Timeless

Shop for Antique & Vintage Engagement Rings Online or visit our stores in Berlin and Munich

Welcome to the most romantic corner of Rheinfrank Antique Jewellery: vintage and antique engagement rings. We are here to help you find this most important piece of jewellery. Our inspiring and incomparable selection of engagement rings crosses all eras and stands out from today’s mass products. Every engagement ring we offer, be it antique or vintage, is an individual piece with a unique history.

In antiquity the engagement band was often forged from silver but by the 19th century the finest pieces were being created from gold, with diamonds and other precious stones. The elaborate and intricate engagement rings of the Victorian period transitioned through the harmonious Art nouveau years and into the all-changing Art Déco era. Then came Tiffany and the diamond solitaire. Set high to maximise the light from all sides the solitaire became a global success. From all these styles we can assure you will find something perfect to wear for life.

Let’s highlight some facts about our jewellery range:

• Engagement rings of all epochs, e.g. Victorian, Art Nouveau, Art Déco and Vintage
• Variations from precious metals, e.g. yellow gold, white gold, rose gold and platinum or sterling silver.
• Gold alloys from 9 carat (375 gold), over 14ct (585 gold) to 18 ct (750 gold).
• Impressively set diamonds and brilliants in various sizes (carat) e.g. classic solitaires from 0.15 ct, 0.2 ct, 0.25 ct, 0.5 ct to well over 1.0 ct diamonds
  Besides diamond engagement rings we also offer rings with coloured stones such as emeralds, sapphires and rubies.
• Unusual and special designs and styles, depending on the epoch, e.g. snakes, horseshoes or other symbols you feel an affinity for.

Whichever ring you choose – we are there for you with full competence and care. We have organized our online shop via an easy to use filter system. You can sort the engagement rings by epochs, by materials, by gemstones and by price. Our unretouched pictures of the jewellery pieces also give you a true impression of the condition of the antique rings. So you can also enjoy security in this aspect when buying your antique engagement ring online.

To help you find the ideal unique engagement ring with the perfect colour of metal, gemstone, stone shape, setting or style, please take advantage of our expert advice. We want you to make a purchase you will love forever. We can speak a lot about the different epochs and are happy to share our knowledge with you!

Resizing and engraving

Almost all of our engagement rings or wedding rings can be ‘tailored’ to your specifications. The first ring size change is free of charge. Engraving the ring with a personalized message or date is also possible! Just let us know your wishes. It is really easy and absolutely risk-free to select and buy jewellery online at Rheinfrank Antique Jewellery Berlin and Munich, as we offer free insured shipping worldwide!

Engagement rings for women

There are no rules when it comes to choosing a ring. Three or five stone settings or the complete circle of diamonds in an eternity ring are all to be admired. Then we have the solitaire. It existed prior to the last century of course and whilst the Tiffany setting boosted its popularity it was lifted to new heights in the 1920s by the Belgian engineer Marcel Tolkowsky – creator of “The Ideal Cut”. Never before had a diamond sparkled so bright. “The Ideal Cut” remains the benchmark for jewellers to this day when it comes to a brilliant sparkle. This doesn’t take away the beauty of previous cuts. Whether it’s diamonds, rubies, sapphires or emeralds you simply have to experience their beauty for yourself. This is what our stores are made for and what we care about deeply. Visit our stores in Berlin and Munich and if that’s not possible we offer a first rate and secure online service.

Each month of the year is assigned a stone and it has become increasingly popular to choose one’s birthday stone with an engagement ring. Aquamarine, the light blue stone of March. Lucky for sailors hoping to appease Poseidon. Peridot, light green bringer of joy for those born in August. Tourmaline, balancer of emotions and particular to October.

Regardless to birthdays every gemstone can be assigned a positive attribute and it is not for nothing that the so-called lucky stones play an important role at Rheinfrank – Antique Jewellery.

In the most important jewellery epoch of all, Art Déco, a modern, revolutionary design language and highly developed technologies came together. The creative and numerical peak in the output of engagement rings was unprecedented to date. This was due on the one hand to emerging markets and greater competition, and on the other hand to increased prosperity. Purchasing power had exploded, especially in Western Europe and the United States. This marriage of business, the arts and social life found its expression also in jewellery. One can say that between 1920 and 1940, Art Deco developed a taste that is still valid, continuing to guide jewellery design to this day. It is therefore not surprising that a vintage engagement ring (from 1950 – 1990) can often at first glance be classified as Art Déco. This should not really come as a surprise. We are even thrilled by the respect that was paid to Art Deco in the first decades after the Second World War. It’s all in the mix: our antique engagement rings and genuine vintage engagement rings from a total of two centuries are refined and unique.

Do you have questions about materials, gemstones, classic cuts and differences typical of the epoch? Or are you interested in mens’s rings or in exploring our wedding band range. Profit from our many years of experience in “making you happy”. Behind all of this, there is of course passion. A passion for happiness and love!

With an online purchase with Rheinfrank Antique Jewellery Berlin and Munich you will enjoy free and insured world-wide shipping and if desired a one-time free resizing of your ring. We are here for any questions. Simply use our chat service or fill out our contact form. We speak both German and English and look forward to your visit in our shops, Linienstr. 44 in 10119 Berlin-Mitte or Klenzestr. 41 in 80469 Munich.