Bangle Rings

With its characteristic and timeless shape, the bangle ring is unmissable. It is a symbolic piece of jewelry but one that can also be worn on a daily basis as its refined design matches all outfits. Of course, the shapes and ornaments of the bangle ring have evolved over the centuries, but we have always found its typical roundness and generous appearance. To help you discover bangle rings in a thousand and one shapes, Castafiore invites you to discover a selection of old, vintage or second-hand jewelry. Bring pieces that already have their history back to life and be assured of choosing authentic jewelry, carefully appraised by our teams.

The bangle ring: a great classic of jewelry

The bangle ring is an essential piece of jewelry in the world of jewelry. Both sober and refined, it allows women to wear multiple rings while maintaining an elegant and simple appearance.

The bangle ring is the simplest expression of the ring: it is a ring whose thickness and width are similar across the entire diameter, in this way it resembles the bangle bracelet. Of course, the bangle ring and its design vary depending on the jewelers and the periods: certain rings have a slightly thinner thickness on the back in particular. There are also different categories: the half-ring ring, for example, has a flat ring on the inside and a rounded surface on the outside. Let's also mention the Parisian bangle which looks like a half bangle but is a little thicker. Jewelers have also created what we call the comfort ribbon: the interior of the ring is then flat, the edges straight and the exterior surface curved.

If the shape of the bangle ring evolves, the general design remains the same: it is a simple, refined and elegant piece of jewelry. We can of course overcome the ring of gems and the ring can be made of yellow gold as well as white gold, platinum or even silver and even ceramic. The decoration of the bangle ring varies depending on the symbolism: when it is an engagement present it can be topped with one or more gems, for an alliance it can be a simple ring topped with 'a diamond. The most commonly encountered shape in the world of jewelry is the bangle ring topped with a central gem, surrounded or not by a delicate pavé of diamonds.

The bangle ring: a highly symbolic jewel

The bangle ring can be considered the alliance par excellence: its original symbolism is in fact associated with the bond.

If we talk about rushes it is because this jewel was already used during ancient Egypt to symbolize the bond uniting couples: it was then customary to exchange a reed stem as proof of love. The rush and the reed being very flexible plants, we could also choose several stems in order to braid them together. The ring thus formed becomes an essential symbol of love: it is from there that we choose to wear the wedding ring on the finger which contains the “vena amoris”, or the vein of love , directly connected to the heart. We also talk about the ring finger in reference to the ring that we traditionally wear on this finger! If the circle was chosen as proof of love it is because it is associated with infinity: the Egyptians gave each other rush rings to show that their love would last forever.

Even today, the bangle ring remains a must-have for future brides and grooms, it has fully become a symbol of eternal fidelity and continues to seduce thanks to its refined shapes that can easily be worn on a daily basis.

Choose your bangle ring from Castafiore

Jewelry of life, Castafiore strives to unearth treasures which belong to the past and which still have the capacity to shine for centuries. By choosing old, vintage or second-hand jewelry, we want to promote more responsible consumption: opting for old jewelry means limiting over-production and giving even more value to the pieces we own. Ancient jewelry thus has a history, ready to be perpetuated in an infinite way: the bangle ring is immortal and continues to carry the symbolism of the link through its different owners.

The bangle ring being essential in the world of jewelry, there are a very large number of them on the market, some models are designer, others have been created by more confidential and no less talented jewelers. Because this ring model has always been produced in the history of jewelry, it is a piece of jewelry that comes in multiple shapes and interpretations. Chaumet, for example, chose very generous shapes with its “Bibendum” model, developed between the 1970s and 1990s and of which we can still find very precious models entirely paved with round diamonds. Van Cleef & Arpels has made very colorful bangle rings, for example combining diamonds with lapis lazuli. Boucheron has also imagined very classic and precious models: we can notably find the association of yellow gold with gems such as tourmaline, placed centrally on the widest part of the bangle. The bangle ring can be more or less opulent depending on the era and the interpretations: we can find a simple central diamond but also a complete paving of colored stones. Of course, the characteristic roundness of the bangle can also be reinvented: we find hexagonal rings for example!

How to maintain your bangle ring?

If the bangle ring has a robust appearance due to its clean and simple lines, it is a piece of jewelry that deserves your full attention. Regularly, take the time to clean your ring using a soft-bristled toothbrush: this will allow you to remove dust and impurities. Soapy water is more than enough to remove dirt, so be careful not to use abrasive cleaning products. We also recommend that you remove your ring at night and when washing, as repetitive friction can damage stones and tarnish metals.