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The Positive Effects Of Vintage Jewelry

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by Suzanne Sachs  5 min read

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THE BASICS--

A piece of vintage jewelry, whether it is an heirloom brooch, an antique engagement ring, a treasured pendant, or a glamorous pair of estate earrings, can be much more than just a glittering accessory. Vintage jewelry can actually have many positive effects, not just for whomever owns or wears the piece, but for other relationships and cultures as well.

What You Need To Know--

In this guide, we will explain the following:

  • What are the Positive Effects of Vintage Jewelry?
  • Honor Family History
  • Keep History Alive
  • Protect the Environment
  • Promote Social Justice
  • Support Small Business
  • Save Money
  • Create Tradition
  • Promote Recycling
  • Highlight Individuality
  • Channeling Spiritual Energy
  • Making the Most of Your Vintage Ring

The Positive Impact of Vintage Jewelry

Vintage jewelry can affect far more than just one person. No matter what the piece of jewelry may be, vintage jewelry can…

1. Honor Family History

Sharing vintage jewelry can help different family generations connect and share style and flair. Treasuring family heirloom vintage jewelry can mend relationships, and show different generations the fashion that connects their individuality.

Victorian .80 CTW Burma Ruby Mine Cut Diamond Halo Antique Engagement Ring

2. Keep History Alive

Enjoying vintage jewelry can honor different historical eras and rejuvenate artistic eras and the history they represent, from the Victorian and Edwardian eras to the Art Deco period and mid-century modern fashion.

3. Protect the Environment

Vintage jewelry is eco-conscious, as it does not require new mining or metalwork to produce each piece. New mining can devastate land and may take many years to restore the ecosystem, but vintage jewelry is low impact and environmentally responsible.

Edwardian 1.00 CTW Three Stone Old Mine Cut Diamond Platinum Antique Engagement Ring

4. Promote Social Justice

Because of its age, vintage jewelry was mined, sourced, and designed long before modern conflicts and insurgencies that create human rights violations. This makes vintage pieces conflict-free, and wearing vintage jewelry support social justice around the world.

Art Deco .36 CTW Old European Cut Diamond 18 Kt White Gold Vintage Engagement Ring with Side Tiered Stones

5. Support Small Business

Purchasing an antique ring from local retailers rather than choosing new pieces from large chains helps support small businesses and the local economy. This helps protect local jobs and promote economic growth.

Vintage 1.15 CTW Platinum Old Mine Cut Diamond & Sapphire Art Deco Engagement Ring

6. Save Money

Vintage pieces can be much less expensive than modern jewelry, and can often be had for a very affordable price. This can be a great investment for any budget, and can allow anyone to purchase more elaborate and high quality pieces.

Victorian .35 CTW Mine Cut Diamond Halo Antique Engagement Ring

7. Create Tradition

Vintage jewelry can be an easy way to create memorable, treasured traditions, such as every bride wearing a certain necklace, tiara, or bracelet on her wedding day, or a brooch being passed down to new mothers for many generations.

8. Promote Recycling

Choosing vintage jewelry is the ultimate in recycling. Because vintage jewelry pieces do not need to be remade, no additional resources are required for them to be enjoyed again. Even if the stones are remounted into new pieces, it is still recycling and reusing.

9. Highlight Individuality

Vintage jewelry often has more character and individual personality than modern pieces, and is ideal for highlighting the individuality of each wearer. Because of the artisan quality of each piece, this jewelry is perfect for showing off one’s personal flair.

Art Deco .18 CTW Old European Cut Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Vintage Engagement Ring

10. Channel Spiritual Energy

Depending on the stones used in vintage jewelry, each piece can promote spiritual wellness. Many vintage pieces use stunning gems such as onyx, turquoise, moonstone, opal, and other stones well known for their healing and wellness powers.

Making the Most of Your Vintage Ring

Vintage jewelry is far more than just pretty bling. With so many positive effects that can come from vintage jewelry, it makes great sense to enjoy vintage and antique pieces for all sorts of occasions, from a stunning vintage engagement ring to antique pendants, brooches, pins, bracelets, and gemstone rings. The more vintage pieces in your own jewelry collection, the more of these positive effects you can enjoy whenever you wear each meaningful, distinctive piece, and the more you will share the wonderful
messages all of this jewelry can promote.

Suzanne Sachs

Suzanne has always believed vintage rings can change lives. She's been in the jewelry industry for over 35 years, working with vintage jewelers, diamond dealers, diamond cutters, and gemologists. Suzanne started Artdecodiamonds in 2000 and understood the demand for vintage rings throughout the world. She ultimately started VintageDiamondRing.com in 2014, and understands each vintage ring is a reflection of you – your history, your relationships, your style, your elegance and is honored to have the opportunity to help you showcase your flair in a unique and exquisite way.

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