Unusual Engagement Rings

Most people are used to seeing rather traditional engagement rings: a diamond in the center, with stones around it optional. Even channel set diamonds in an engagement ring are no long out of the ordinary. However, if you like unusual engagement rings that inspire stories and can be great conversation starters, here are a few suggestions for rings that can get your fiancée noticed. Just make sure that she would be happy with a more unusual engagement ring than one that is more traditional. Antique engagement rings. These look different, but they are not way out there. There are plenty of diamond engagement rings that seem unusual because they are old. If it is a family heirloom it makes for a great story. If you can find the history behind the style of ring you have chosen, it makes for a good story as well. Do not use diamonds. Among the most unusual engagement rings these days are those rings that do not have diamonds as the primary stone. Instead, use the favorite stone or the birth stone of the woman. It is possible to have diamond accents around the

center stone if you desire. Another twist is to still use a diamond center stone but other stones as accent stones. Special symbols. Others choose to use symbols, such as using a Scottish trinity knot or a Claddagh ring as an engagement ring. The infinity symbol or a special religious symbol can also be used to create unusual engagement rings. These have special meanings and can often be decorated with other designs and stones (including diamonds). No matter what you decide to get for your bride to be, unusual engagement rings can show her that you think she is truly special and unique, and that you have put a lot of thought into what the occasion means, and how you feel about her.