The great symbolism of diamond engagement rings

Although engagement rings and other forms of betrothal jewelry have been used for thousands of years, the first recorded use of a diamond engagement ring dates back to 1477 when Archduke Maximilian of Austria proposed to Mary of Burgundy, a duchess and heiress of vast wealth. Ever since then, men have presented a diamond ring to their intended to symbolize eternal love and devotion.



Modern grooms have considerably more diamond engagement ring options available to them than Archduke Maximilian had all those years ago. It is now possible to specify the shape, clarity, color, carat weight and cut of a diamond to ensure that your bride's ring will be everything she could hope for.

Popular ring choices

To choose the perfect engagement ring it helps to know a little bit about the different types available. Eternity by Yoni offers a comprehensive range of styles to complement any bride's taste, including Tiffany Style solitaire diamond rings, daring designs with accent diamonds, and ultra-popular halo settings. Consider a setting with a story. For example, the trio of diamonds in a three-stone ring can symbolize "yesterday, today, and tomorrow." We let you customize any of these settings by choosing from platinum, white, or yellow gold.

Take the guesswork out of wedding band shopping! Eternity by Yoni makes it easy to complete your wedding ring set with pre-matched engagement and wedding band pairs.

Your perfect diamond engagement ring

What constitutes the “perfect� engagement ring? Firstly, it should reflect your bride’s personality and unique sense of style. Is she a traditionalist? A modernist? Does she like to be the center of attention or does she prefer to stay quiet and understated? Consider your fiancée’s individuality before choosing her ring.

What constitutes the “perfect� engagement ring? Firstly, it should reflect your bride’s personality and unique sense of style. Is she a traditionalist? A modernist? Does she like to be the center of attention or does she prefer to stay quiet and understated? Consider your fiancée’s individuality before choosing her ring. Also, since an engagement ring is probably one of the largest financial investments you'll ever make, it's best to find out which specific cuts and settings your bride prefers to avoid any disappointment. Eternity by Yoni offers many useful resources right on this website to help you learn how to tell a Princess Cut from a Brilliant Cut. And if you'd like to buy a diamond ring that's unlike anything you see on this website, work with our talented designers to create a custom ring to your bride's exact specifications.