Our collection of antique aquamarine rings date as far back as the 1800’s and would have been skillfully handcrafted in a time before mass production. When you purchase one of our antique or vintage aquamarine rings, you’re investing in a rare piece of jewellery. Aquamarine engagement rings also offer a more affordable but equally eye-catching alternative to purely diamonds or sapphires. With the increasing popularity of coloured gemstones in engagement rings, aquamarine provides a beautiful unique colour, and is an alluring alternative to other gemstone s. This geometric look contributed to their popularity during Art Deco period, although they were enjoyed from the Victorian period onwards, the understated colour possessed by aquamarines is complementary to either platinum or yellow gold settings. They are most commonly seen cut as an elongated emerald-cut and coupled with diamonds. We provide uniquely South African jewellery creations available online or book an appointment to view our showroom.
Vintage and especially Art Deco aquamarine rings are extremely eye-catching and can create a huge impact.
Other sources of aquamarine throughout the world are Mozambique, Sri Lanka, Russia, Afghanistan, Pakistan and the United States. The largest specimen known to date was found in the Minas Gerais mine in Brazil in 1910- the primary source of this gemstone- which weighed approximately 110.5 kilograms, and measured 48.5cm x 42cm. Rough aquamarine crystals are typically large and transparent with superior clarity, so often feature in dramatic jewels on a grand scale. A custom-designed, beautiful, bold ring with a 10 x 8 mm precision-cut radiant aquamarine, vintage detailing, and wide, multi-strand band.
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People the world over love it for its fine blue shades which can complement almost any skin or eye colour. The name derives from the Latin ‘aqua', meaning water in combination with ‘marina', meaning sea-clearly for its resemblance to pristine crystal blue seawater. Aquamarine is a fascinatingly beautiful gemstone.
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VIEW RANGE Payment Options We now offer Interest Free Credit on our jewellery and engagement rings. Aquamarine is the tranquil light blue to greenish-blue member of the beryl family of gemstones, which counts emerald among its other well-known varieties. Engagement Rings Laurelle Antique Jewellery offer a great range of antique diamond rings and other precious stones from all Eras.
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