The story of Diamond engagement ring

A ring set with a diamond, given to mark an engagement.

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Diamond engagement ring. A ring set with a diamond, given to mark an engagement.

1886

Tiffany & Co. developed Diamond engagement ring. Its own account: established its diamond ring as a symbol of commitment.

According to Tiffany & Co.. This is one side’s account, not established fact.

1939 –

N. W. Ayer & Son developed Diamond engagement ring. In a historian’s words, revived and expanded the tradition.

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