Did you know that the current trend of gold wedding bands was not always the norm? Join Schwanke Kasten Jewelers as we explore past ring styles.

Past ring styles from the 1600’s and 1700’s were known as Posies. They were made of simple gold or silver bands with a line of poetry engraved inside of them.  During the Victorian age, engagement rings were whimsical and fun with designs of hearts and flowers. The 1920’s brought geometric shaped rings with diamonds and sapphires and rubies. Furthermore, the 1950’s saw stackable rings with small diamonds on bands of white, pink, and yellow gold.

These days you still see family heirlooms passed down as engagement rings. This could also mean that a traditional diamond is out and sometimes another type of gem or stone will land in its place. It’s also popular to choose an antique ring that fits the personality of the bride and carries history and perhaps a story that symbolizes their relationship. Schwanke-Kasten Jewelers has been the Milwaukee engagement ring store of choice for generations.