Jabel | Buying Reproduction Antique Wedding Bands

Liza Connolly

Antique wedding bands have their pros and cons, learn about alternative antique wedding bands too!

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When it comes to your wedding ring you never want to skimp on quality, this is especially true with antique wedding bands. The quality of the ring dictates its longevity, and, as a symbol of your commitment to one another, the wedding band really needs to last. This does not mean that you should only by reproduction jewelry, there are great antique wedding bands for sale, but looks can be deceiving and if you are not familiar with what to look for you may be buying a ring with an expiration date. However, if you invest your wedding budget in new reproduction antique wedding bands you can be guaranteed a few things:1. How Its MadeDie striking is an elaborate process of jewelry making that creates jewelry of greater metal density and, consequently, strength! A ring that is made using die struck methods will last significantly longer than those that were made using casting methods, just read our testimonials.2. Care and MaintenanceA poorly maintained ring will have several indicators: cracks and/or thinning in the shank, prongs that do not or barely touch the stone, missing stones, et.c Poor care over the years jeopardizes the life of jewelry and should be a major determining factor in buying a used piece of jewelry. However, if you start fresh with a new ring you can personally oversee the care and maintenance; thus extending the life of the ring.3. Exactly What You WantBuying an antique style wedding band gives you the freedom to get the exact band you want. This is especially true with the rise in popularity of vintage style wedding bands. And, if you don't like what you find, you can just design your own wedding bands. In contrast, searching for the perfect antique wedding band can be like searching for a needle in a hay stack.Here are some great reproduction style antique wedding bands: