The Engagement Day — one of the most beautiful moments in your life! A well-crafted diamond engagement ring is the ideal ornament to celebrate and consecrate the occasion. You could also consider buying your diamond engagement ring online and avail of attractive discounts besides.

History

Exchanging rings as a sign of betrothal is a timeless practice. In ancient Rome, swapping modest betrothal rings made of iron was common. Later, Romans switched to gold from iron. In the 12th century, the then Pope Innocent III laid down new ground rules for weddings. A wedding had to take place in a church and the bride was to receive a ring even as couples observed a period of waiting between betrothal and wedding. The new rules in effect popularised wedding rings! Though the engagement ring was around for centuries, a diamond engagement ring for women was rare. It was only at the beginning of the 19th century when commercial mining for diamonds began in South Africa that diamonds became a common commodity in the world market.

As diamonds are rare and valuable, diamond engagement rings have become a status symbol as well. Today, diamond ornaments incorporate intricate designs and artwork. In the 20th century, uncut diamond engagement rings also became popular in the wedding market.