old european cut
DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RINGS

Old European cut diamond engagement rings set in antique and vintage inspired Erstwhile settings. This classic round cut, popular from 1890-1930, is the predecessor to the modern round brilliant.

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Stacked Wedding Bands With Three Stone Engagement Ring

Stacked Wedding Bands With Three Stone Engagement Ring

1,2, or 3? Playing with this gorgeous Victorian three stone pink gold vintage engagement ring and our by Erstwhile bands.
Diamond Size Chart On Hand

Diamond Size Chart On Hand

Our guide to actual diamond carat sizes on a hand featuring various diamond carat weights. Notice settings which have more detail usually make the diamond look bigger or more pronounced. For instance the 1.90 carat set in a solitaire looks a bit smaller then the 1.68 carat set in a box setting. Remember size is nothing
History Of Gold In Jewelry

History Of Gold In Jewelry

During the Georgian and Victorian eras gold was king in jewelry and other ornamentation. Learn all about gold in jewelry through the ages.
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.