The Best Promise Ring Styles

Promise rings symbolize love and commitment, and they’re considered a pre-engagement ring. It’s a sign that you want to take your relationship to the next level. There are so many beautiful promise rings out there, so we scoured the internet to find our top 7 favorites.

Promise Ring History

Although these seem like a newer trend, promise rings have existed since ancient times. Laws stated that couples had to wait a specific amount of time between announcing an intention to marry, and the marriage ceremony. As a result, Roman brides wore promise rings during the 2nd century BC as a symbol of a promise of marriage. Promise rings in 16th-century England were called posy rings. Today’s promise rings got their name in the 1970s, and their popularity continues to grow.

Metal Options

You can customize rings with different metals, so you’ll need to consider your loved one’s metal preferences and skin sensitivities. The metal impacts the overall ring appearance and can affect the price.

• Platinum: Platinum is a brilliant, grayish-white color naturally. This metal is a hypoallergenic option with a classic, sophisticated look. One con is that the metal does develop a patina over time that could make it look a bit dull. Platinum costs more than gold, so keep that in mind.
• Yellow gold: Yellow gold is a popular, shiny metal that’s often used in jewelry, and is typically 14K or 18K. In general, yellow, white, and rose gold will cost about the same. A con of yellow gold is that it will need regular polishing and cleaning.
• White gold: White gold is an alloy (meaning a mixture) composed of pure gold and durable metals, such as zinc, nickel, and copper that gives this metal its strength and whiter color. A pro for this metal is that it’s more affordable than platinum. A con is that you’ll need to have it dipped every few years because its rhodium plating wears off with use.
• Rose gold: Rose gold is composed of pure gold mixed with copper and silver alloys that help strengthen and provide its unique rose color. This metal option continues to gain popularity. One con is it’s not as widely available as other metal options.

Diamond Options

Today’s promise rings feature natural and lab-made diamonds. Lab grown diamonds have the same chemical composition, optical properties, and physical features as natural diamonds. Lab-created diamonds have other advantages as well: more affordable, eco-friendly, ethically sourced and conflict-free.

Promise Ring Shopping Tips

As you browse for promise rings, consider the following:

• Diamond type: If you’re selecting a lab-created or natural diamond, make sure it’s certified by renowned institutes such as IGI and GIA. Certified diamonds are a good way to ensure authenticity, and they also come with details about the quality.
• Select a reputable brand: Research the brand to make sure it’s reputable. Also research the return and warranty policies in case you’re dissatisfied with the product or have an issue. Also be sure to work with a brand that can give you the needed details about the look and quality of the gemstone.
• Create a budget: Consider your budget as well as your partner’s likes and dislikes into account before you purchase a promise ring. Look at what type of metals they wear most often and observe what styles of jewelry they prefer.