Filigree rings are not easy to make and have to be finished by hand.
They first came into vogue during the Edwardian era 1905-1915. However, they were the most popular in the Art Deco period of the 1920’s and 30’s. Currently they are very popular.
These rings can be found in platinum and gold colors. We have found them in gold and platinum colors and in a price range of $195.00 to $2850.00. Some are constructed by hand in gold, white gold and platinum.
Sheets of metal are rolled out and the filigree pattern is stamped out with a press which pieces out the pattern. Then the pattern is forged and heated to make it easier to shape the flat lacey sheet into a ring. The shank is often added later to hold a gem stone.
These vintage filigree rings can often be found at estate sales, auctions, yard sales and thrift stores. Some people don’t realize what they have, so they may sell or give away a lovely filigree ring.
The filigree pattern can be found on dinner rings, engagement and wedding rings. Just about any precious stone can be used on the rings including diamonds, rubies, emeralds and semi-precious stones.
Hugo A Kohl III is a designer of vintage style jewelry. That includes literally hundreds of filigree diamond rings that are suitable for promise, engagement and wedding rings. A filigree ring would also be a nice gift for a teenager’s sixteenth birthday or as a graduation gift.
Filigree work goes back to ancient Greece, Egypt and Byzantium. Wire was shaped into a variety of intricate designs, some of which were open patterns and others were backed. Much of the process of creating filigree these days is being done by machines. You can also find costume jewelry that resembles real filigree work. You can find the best deals on Ebay.