Diamonds were more widely available to the public after wealth was generated by the Industrial Revolution. During this time, diamonds became more available, a change in style for Victorian Engagement Rings when mines were discovered in South Africa . Queen Victoria wore a serpent engagement ring, the serpent or snake was thought to bring good luck and to symbolize eternity. In 1886 ‘Tiffany' introduced a six prong solitaire Victorian Diamond Engagement Ring which was worn on the third finger of the left hand The Christian tradition of wearing an Engagement Ring was on the third finger of the left hand, a custom which can be traced back to the 1549 prayer book, prior to this it was worn on the right hand.
Diamonds were more widely available to the public after wealth was generated by the Industrial Revolution. During this time, diamonds became more available, a change in style for Victorian Engagement Rings when mines were discovered in South Africa . Queen Victoria wore a serpent engagement ring, the serpent or snake was thought to bring good luck and to symbolize eternity. In 1886 ‘Tiffany' introduced a six prong solitaire Victorian Diamond Engagement Ring which was worn on the third finger of the left hand The Christian tradition of wearing an Engagement Ring was on the third finger of the left hand, a custom which can be traced back to the 1549 prayer book, prior to this it was worn on the right hand. 
