ANTIQUE DIAMOND
ENGAGEMENT RINGS

Antique diamonds set in original vintage engagement rings and handcrafted Erstwhile settings.
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What is a transitional cut diamond?

What is a transitional cut diamond?

The transitional cut diamond bridges the chunky old European cut diamonds of the old world and the flashy round brilliants of today. These beauties manage to have both an old world feel while maintaining that mega modern round brilliant sparkle.
Our Most Popular Rings On Pinterest

Our Most Popular Rings On Pinterest

Repinned over 1 million times! At the founding of Erstwhile nearly a decade ago we began the tradition of photographing our engagement rings on very recognizable grey driftwood. Once the original vintage ring becomes an heirloom for a new bride-to-be it is gone from our shop but it lives on as the image of the ring get
How Cartier Pioneered Platinum In Jewelry

How Cartier Pioneered Platinum In Jewelry

A story about how tastes shifted from yellow gold to platinum at the turn of the century. Looking through Erstwhile’s amazing collection, you might notice that Victorian era rings (1837-1901) are typically set in yellow gold, while jewels that date further into the Twentieth Century are often set in platinum.
Actual Diamond Carat Size On A Hand

Actual Diamond Carat Size On A Hand

Are you trying to decide how many carats you want in your engagement ring but need a real life reference? Your guide to actual diamond sizes on a hand featuring a round old european cut diamond in each ring. The sizes of the carats above are approximations and the actual sizes vary a few points.