Delicate, thin, refined, and timeless are just a few words used to describe engagement rings from this era. Round solitary stones and floral designs were widely used, which created a more feminine look. World War II is largely responsible for these changes, especially the dependency on yellow and rose gold, as platinum was largely used in war efforts. Coloured gems such as rubies and sapphires became more common because diamonds were too expensive for the majority of the country after the Great Depression. However, rings made solely out of diamonds became more prevalent in the late 1940s when designer De Beers opened mines in Africa which made the precious gems more accessible than ever before.
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